Job Description
Make a meaningful impact and work with QLD Government’s builder, QBuild! Benefit from working in a commercialised business unit within the public sector and enjoy access to a range of government exclusive benefits, as well as exciting career opportunities across the state. Don't miss this chance to build your career —apply now!
QBuild is expanding! Join for an exciting career opportunity as a Workplace Health and Safety Advisor to provide expert advice, service, and support to our department, covering a wide range of WHS activities and technical matters related to the building, construction, and maintenance industry at QBuild.
QBuild is a commercialised business unit of the Queensland Government. It has been Queensland Government's builder for over 160 years, playing an important role in communities across the state by building and maintaining government-owned assets such as schools, social housing, police stations and correctional and health facilities.
About The Role
You will play a pivotal role in supporting QBuild's ambition to strengthen Queensland's building and construction industry by supporting the Principal Workplace Health and Safety Advisor and the Workplace Health and Safety Manager, you'll be pivotal in implementing and overseeing operational workplace health and safety environmental initiatives at QBuild.
Duties And Skills Involved
Conduct site WHS&E audits and inspections to ensure compliance for both QBuild and contractor delivered work.
Provide WHS&E advice and guidance to department operational, supervisory and management staff regarding QBuild Safety Management System (SMS) processes and requirements, and legislative compliance.
Assist with the development and delivery of information sessions educating on the relevant WHS&E information and activities to department staff.
Assist with reporting and investigating QBuild WHS&E incidents and contractor notifiable incidents.
Assist with the worker rehabilitation and return to work programs, under the guidance of the RRTW Advisor or WHS Manager.
Assist with coordinating with the emergency planning and response activities for QBuild offices and depots.
Assist with the development, review and implementation of SWMSs, risk assessments and WHS Management plans.
Assist with regular WHS&E reporting for regions and business.
Assist with the delivery of a range of health and safety programs, to enable a service that is responsive to the needs of the stakeholders.
Preferred Skills And Experience
While there are no mandatory requirements, WHS&E experience in construction, maintenance, or similar industry and Certificate IV in WHS is highly desirable.
How do I apply?
All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.
Description
Interested candidates are encouraged to review the below attached applicant guide and role description. Once reviewed please submit the following documents to apply:
Resume
Cover letter (2 pages maximum) telling us why you are interested in and capable of performing the role.
If you have any questions about the position or your application, please contact QBuild Careers, (07) 3514 3+1+ or [email protected] .
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/616163/25
Closing Date: Thursday, 06 February 2026
Occupational group Construction & Architecture
QBuild is expanding! Join for an exciting career opportunity as a Workplace Health and Safety Advisor to provide expert advice, service, and support to our department, covering a wide range of WHS activities and technical matters related to the building, construction, and maintenance industry at QBuild.
QBuild is a commercialised business unit of the Queensland Government. It has been Queensland Government's builder for over 160 years, playing an important role in communities across the state by building and maintaining government-owned assets such as schools, social housing, police stations and correctional and health facilities.
About The Role
You will play a pivotal role in supporting QBuild's ambition to strengthen Queensland's building and construction industry by supporting the Principal Workplace Health and Safety Advisor and the Workplace Health and Safety Manager, you'll be pivotal in implementing and overseeing operational workplace health and safety environmental initiatives at QBuild.
Duties And Skills Involved
Conduct site WHS&E audits and inspections to ensure compliance for both QBuild and contractor delivered work.
Provide WHS&E advice and guidance to department operational, supervisory and management staff regarding QBuild Safety Management System (SMS) processes and requirements, and legislative compliance.
Assist with the development and delivery of information sessions educating on the relevant WHS&E information and activities to department staff.
Assist with reporting and investigating QBuild WHS&E incidents and contractor notifiable incidents.
Assist with the worker rehabilitation and return to work programs, under the guidance of the RRTW Advisor or WHS Manager.
Assist with coordinating with the emergency planning and response activities for QBuild offices and depots.
Assist with the development, review and implementation of SWMSs, risk assessments and WHS Management plans.
Assist with regular WHS&E reporting for regions and business.
Assist with the delivery of a range of health and safety programs, to enable a service that is responsive to the needs of the stakeholders.
Preferred Skills And Experience
While there are no mandatory requirements, WHS&E experience in construction, maintenance, or similar industry and Certificate IV in WHS is highly desirable.
How do I apply?
All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.
Description
Interested candidates are encouraged to review the below attached applicant guide and role description. Once reviewed please submit the following documents to apply:
Resume
Cover letter (2 pages maximum) telling us why you are interested in and capable of performing the role.
If you have any questions about the position or your application, please contact QBuild Careers, (07) 3514 3+1+ or [email protected] .
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/616163/25
Closing Date: Thursday, 06 February 2026
Occupational group Construction & Architecture
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Workplace Health & Safety Advisor position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Cairns City offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
