RISK & SAFETY OFFICER

 Based in Corowa, but will work across the Federation Council area

• Full-time – 70 hours per fortnight
• RDO every fortnight
• Supported training & opportunity for career progression
• LSL after 5 years

The opportunity

Are you passionate about creating a safer, more resilient workplace? Federation Council is looking for a proactive professional to help us elevate our risk management and Work Health & Safety (WHS) standards. As a key support to the Manager People and Culture, you will play a vital role in protecting our people and ensuring our operations are consistent across all Council functions.

Why Federation Council?

At Federation Council, we offer more than just a career we offer a premier lifestyle where your professional growth is our priority. Perfectly positioned as a thriving agricultural hub on the NSW/Victoria border, you’ll enjoy the ultimate connection of serene regional living paired with easy city access, located just three hours from Melbourne and six from Sydney. Join our diverse, welcoming community and discover an atmosphere where you don't have to choose between a high impact role and a high quality, relaxed way of life.

In this role you will, but not limited to:

• Receive and process WHS Incident Reports, conduct Incident Investigations, in conjunction with appropriate staff, as required.
• Notify StateCover, SafeWork NSW and any other appropriate agency of WHS Incidents as required by legislation, contracts or MOU’s.
• Assist the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee and internal and external auditors as required.
• Conduct incident investigations and handle mandatory reporting to SafeWork NSW and StateCover.
• Perform workplace hazard assessments and support Return to Work coordination for injured staff.
• Help roll out risk management strategies and policies across the entire Council.
• System Management & Coordinate the hazard and incident reporting systems and maintain Risk Registers.
• Advice, training and deliver risk awareness training, provide liability advice for Council events and committees.
• Assist in maintaining insurance cover to ensure all Council risks are properly protected.
• Work with the Assets team to ensure all property and vehicles are valued and insured correctly.
• Assist in managing liability, indemnity, motor vehicle, property and other claims against Federation Council, Councillors and officers, in conjunction with JLT claims officers and legal advisors.
• Help manage insurance claims for liability, property, and motor vehicles alongside legal advisors.

Essential key criteria to be addressed in applications

• Hold a minimum Certificate IV in Risk Management or Work Health and Safety (AQF 4 or above) or related discipline knowledge and experience in risk management or WHS.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in implementing risk management and/or WHS strategies, plans and processes.
• Demonstrated experience in safety management system data entry.
• Proven ability to provide input to the development of policies and procedures
• Hold a General Construction Induction Card (white card) or ability to obtain, and have a current valid Class C drivers’ licence

What we offer

• An opportunity for you to grow and develop your skills.
• Fortnightly rostered days off.
• Being part of a team contributing to your local community.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Salary packaging through Maxxia.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace with a real focus on work/life balance.
• Long service leave entitlements after 5 years’ service

The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Council’s policies and conditions of employment.  The salary is commencing at $42.19 per hour with progression up to $46.57 per hour dependent upon skills and experience.

How to find out more

To find out more about this opportunity you can contact Luke Bobilak, Manager People & Culture on 0403 608 185.

How to apply

Provide us with a cover letter telling us how you meet the criteria we have outlined above and also attach a resume detailing your work history, qualifications and skills.

Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on Friday, 13 March 2026.

You may apply through any of the following methods:

• Online: Select the 'Apply' button on our HR Management platform.
• Email: Send your application to jobs@federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au.
• By Mail: Send your application to Federation Council Human Resources, PO Box 77, Corowa NSW 2646.

Council is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We aim to recruit a diverse range of talented people to help us achieve our goals.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.