About the Department of Treasury and Finance

At the Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF) we work together to support the prosperity and wellbeing of all South Australians.

Our objectives are:

Trust and empower our skilled, diverse, flexible and committed people.

Promote sustainable state finances.

Support responsible budget and financial management.

Deliver timely high quality services.

Collaborate to deliver high quality advice on economic, social and environmental issues.

DTF actively promotes flexible working arrangements and values diversity in the workplace.

About SafeWork SA

SafeWork SA is a business unit within DTF. SafeWork SA is responsible for providing work, health and safety, public safety and state-based workplace relations services across South Australia. As a regulator, our Investigators and Inspectors ensure work, health and safety, and public safety standards are met and appropriate action is taken when breaches of laws are detected. We also help people better understand their work health and safety responsibilities.

Our values are:

Professionalism

Respect

Integrity

Service

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About the opportunity

SafeWork SA is looking for individuals that are keen to use their skills and aptitudes to positively influence industry stakeholders in a safety context.

The Occupational Hygienist is accountable to the Team Leader, Work Environment Unit to provide high-level advice and expert consultancy to SafeWork SA on current and emerging workplace hazards with particular focus on occupational hygiene. The role is responsible for the delivery of state-wide compliance and enforcement intervention programs within a range of industries. The Occupational Hygienist will provide advice on matters relating to emerging workplace hazards to both internal and external stakeholders, which considers legislation, knowledge of state and national initiatives, standards, literature and sound professional judgement.

You will have proven ability to interact and engage with stakeholders in a respectful manner that leads to successful outcomes. You will uphold and demonstrate SafeWork SA’s values at all times and empower others around you to behave in a similar manner.

Special conditions for employment

Engagement in this role is subject to a satisfactory Department of Human Services General Employment Probity Check. A renewal will be required every three years.

Will be required to take part in the on-call roster

Some out of hours work may be required

Some intra and interstate travel requiring overnight absences may be required

Possession of a class 1 driver's licence

Subject to completion of a satisfactory police (criminal) and ASIO (politically motivated violence) security check

Remuneration

PO2 - $84,399 - $93,400

Enquiries

Further information about this opportunity can be obtained from:

Chris Spinks

Manager, Technical Services Team

Phone 08 8522 0838

Christopher.Spinks@sa.gov.au

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online by clicking on 'Apply' and following the instructions.

Applicants are asked to submit a letter of no more than 2 (two) pages addressing the Technical Expertise – Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge and Experience in the Job and Person Specification, along with an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) and details of 3 (three) referees, including one from your current line manager.

For assistance with any technical issues regarding uploading your application into the I Work for SA website please contact the Big Red Sky helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or

Diversity Statement

The Department of Treasury and Finance actively promote flexible working arrangements, and is committed to having at least 50% of interviewees for each role being women. At DTF we value and encourage diversity within our workforce, to help us reflect the community we serve.

Applications close: 06/05/2022 6:00 PM

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Flexibility Statement

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.