The key duties of the position include The Role Within the Strategic Welfare function an APS 5 Work Health and Safety Officer is accountable under limited direction to perform and achieve complex work health and safety work within an integrated workforce. They are accountable to have and maintain a well-developed understanding of and compliance to relevant legislative frameworks, government decision-making and Defence's mission and policy requirements. An APS 5 Work Health and Safety Officer will be accountable for organising their workflow and making independent decisions relating to their area of responsibility. They will interpret and provide advice within the strategic welfare function area based on legislation, policy and procedures. They will undertake specialist research and analysis, conduct reviews, assessment, investigations and perform procedural, clerical and administrative support work to achieve results. About our Team The APS 5 Work Health and Safety Officer is an integral member to the Albatross Command Team and their Subject Matter Expertise assists in achieving command aims during a period of growth. As our people are our greatest asset, you can be assured you will be supported to innovate, create value, and proudly play a meaningful role, finding your sense of purpose. Our Ideal Candidate We are looking for people with initiative, strong organisational skills and the ability to respond appropriately to pressures and changing priorities. The successful candidate will need to be able to understand and interpret policy. As the APS 5 WHS Officer, they must: Be able to work in an integrated workforce consisting of ADF and APS. Have strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
