Work Health and Safety (WHS) Advisor

Residential – Tom Price

Full Time

• Indicative Package Range: $191,788.61 to $199,685.95 total package, including base salary, superannuation, annual allowances (conditions apply), housing and vehicle. Please refer to Remuneration Package for detail.
• Rent free accommodation in iconic Pilbara town.
• 6 Weeks Annual Leave & Vehicle Provided
• Generous relocation package for eligible candidates.

About the Position

Are you a proactive safety professional with a passion for creating healthy and resilient workplaces? We are seeking a dynamic Work Health and Safety Advisor to join our team in Tom Price.

In this pivotal role, you’ll be at the forefront of driving a safety-first culture across the Shire, ensuring our people, contractors, and community members work in safe, compliant, and supportive environments. From conducting site inspections and leading investigations to coaching leaders, delivering training, and implementing wellbeing initiatives, your work will directly strengthen the Shire’s safety systems and culture.

We are looking for someone who thrives in a hands-on role; has strong communication and influencing skills; is confident interpreting legislation; and takes pride in building trust, driving accountability, and delivering practical safety solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in local government, with access to Shire-provided housing and vehicle, relocation support, generous leave entitlements, a competitive salary package, and a supportive team culture. With the Pilbara lifestyle, striking landscapes, and a close-knit community, every day brings both purpose and adventure.

This position offers a competitive remuneration package and six weeks’ annual leave. All terms and conditions are as per the Shire of Ashburton Enterprise Agreement 2022.

For further information regarding this exciting opportunity, please refer to the application package (available by clicking the Apply button). For any queries not answered by the application package, please contact Haris Cooper, Organisational Development Advisor on 0429 443 458.

Please Note: Canvassing of Councillors or Shire Employees will disqualify. All terms and conditions are as per theShire of Ashburton Enterprise Agreement 2022.

The Shire of Ashburton is committed to diversity and strongly encourages candidates from different cultural, gender and age backgrounds to apply.

Applications Close 9.00am, Monday 23 February 2026

Applications must be submitted online via the Shire of Ashburton website: www.ashburton.wa.gov.au and shortlisting may commence immediately.

Note: This vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate or alternative sourcing strategy is identified. Therefore, your early application is encouraged.