Workplace Health and Safety Advisor - The Gap State High School

Job Description

Workplace Health and Safety Advisor - The Gap State High School Education (Organisation site)Metropolitan North Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division Become a vital part of The Gap State High School as a Workplace Health and Safety Advisor, supporting the Industrial Technologies Department and whole-school Work Health and Safety compliance. This temporary full-time role involves conducting Work Health and Safety checks, maintaining compliance records, managing chemical safety, and driving Work Health and Safety initiatives across the school. This role is offered until 12 December 2025, unless otherwise determined. Job details Position status: Fixed Term Temporary Position type: Full-time Occupational group: Education & Training Classification: AO4 Job ad reference: QLD/MNR617229/25T Closing date: 12-Feb-2025 Yearly salary: $89142 - $97717 Fortnightly salary: $3416.80 - $3745.50 Job duration: Until 12 Dec 2025 unless otherwise determined The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. About The Gap State High School At The Gap State High School, we believe in learners who flourish. Our students are encouraged to think big, step up, pay it forward and be kind. By helping our students to reflect and build their self-efficacy we create life long, flourishing learners who experience academic success. About the Role As the Workplace Health and Safety Advisor, you will contribute to maintaining safe workshop environments while supporting WHS compliance across the school. Your role will focus on safety management, procedural development, and ensuring the health and safety of all staff and students. You will also assist with whole-school WHS initiatives to promote a safe and compliant learning environment. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Conduct proactive risk assessments and inspections across the school to identify potential hazards and unsafe practices. Develop, implement, and review safety procedures for Industrial Technologies, including safe operating procedures (SOPs), risk assessments (CARAs, PERAs, EMRs), and the handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals and materials. Maintain a safe and secure environment for students and staff by overseeing workshop cleanliness, organisation, and safe storage of hazardous substances and tools. Develop, promote, and coordinate health and safety training programs to ensure awareness and compliance with legislative and departmental requirements. Operate, maintain, and ensure the safety of Industrial Technologies equipment, including tools, machinery, laser cutting, and 3D printing systems, ensuring compliance with operational and safety standards. Support and advise teaching staff on safety measures and best practices for the use of workshop equipment and materials, demonstrating safe handling and maintenance procedures. How to Apply Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and A 2-page response to the How you will be Assessed section of the attached role description. We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services. Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions. #J-18808-Ljbffr