At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.
As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.
Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.
Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.
We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
ADD VALUE - THE ROLE
We are currently seeking an experienced
Work Health and Safety Specialist to deliver and support Council's Work Health and Safety system. Through close engagement with Council leadership, this role supports all aspects of safety at Council including system development and implementation, policy and procedure review and implementation, audits, investigation, reporting and more.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assist with the development, implementation and continuous improvement of Council’s WHS system
- Work in partnership with key stakeholders to develop and implement policy, procedures, systems and education programs
- Manage Council’s workplace health surveillance, including vaccinations and immunisations as required
- As the Return-to-Work Coordinator, administer the rehabilitation of injured workers including recover at work programs in accordance with relevant Workers Compensation and Injury Management legislation
Essential to this role is a tertiary qualification in Work Health and Safety, coupled with solid contemporary experience in a senior WHS role, SafeWork NSW Return to Work Coordinator accreditation, expert knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply WHS legislation and regulations, proven ability to work cooperatively and consult across all levels of management and staff and experience conducting complex WHS investigations and audits and delivering on-the-job WHS induction, education and awareness training.
This position is offered on a Permanent, Full-time basis working 35 hours per week. Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 13 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of
$103561 - $116492 per annum plus a motor vehicle allowance of $18168.97 and 12% superannuation.
BE VALUED - THE REWARD
Your wellbeing benefits include:
- Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
- Health + Wellbeing Leave
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks
Your flexible work benefits may include:
- Work from home
- Rostered Day Off
- 9-day fortnight
Your leave benefits include:
- Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
- Annual Leave
- Sick + Carer’s Leave
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
- Parental Leave
- Domestic + Family Violence Leave
- Health + Wellbeing Leave
Your development benefits include:
- Training Courses + Professional Development
- Education Assistance
- Leadership Development Program
- Emerging Leaders Program
- 'Grow our Own' Program
Your reward + recognition benefits include:
- ESSPecialist Program Awards
- Service Awards
- Be Valued Recognition Program
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community click
here to explore our webpages.
Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council? Click
here to check out our careers page and to see what is on offer.
For further information regarding this role please see the position description
here.
INTERESTED?
For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact
Deborah McDonald - Manager Integrated Risk on
02 6578 7233.
To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.
Singleton Council is committed to protecting children from harm. We require all applicants who will be working with children to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 29/01/2026.
