Senior Inspector (Construction)

About the role

WorkSafe Queensland is seeking a Senior Inspector (Construction) to join a multidisciplinary team focused on improving health and safety outcomes across Queensland. This entry‑level position offers a structured onboarding program, on‑the‑job training and mentorship from senior team members.

Key responsibilities

• Help prevent serious injuries and fatalities in high‑risk workplaces.
• Hold unsafe businesses to account and enforce compliance.
• Educate workplaces on their legal obligations.
• Influence safety culture across Queensland’s construction and industrial sectors.
• Support recommendations from the Best Practice Review of Workplace Health and Safety Queensland.
• Contribute to creating safer work environments for thousands of Queenslanders.

Required profile

• Strong written communication, time‑management and stakeholder‑engagement abilities.
• Practical experience applying safety protocols in operational or regulatory environments.
• Resilience and professionalism to manage difficult conversations and challenging situations.
• Confidence engaging with people at all levels, educating, influencing and enforcing compliance when required.
• A genuine commitment to improving safety for Queensland workers.

Required skills

What we offer

• Employment security as a Queensland public‑sector employee.
• Competitive salary.