Are you passionate about creating safe, supportive and practical workplaces? Orange City Council is looking for a WHS Advisor to provide work health and safety advice, coaching and support across Council divisions, helping our people work safely and confidently while delivering services for the Orange community.

About the role

In this role you will be a trusted first point of contact for safety matters within allocated Council divisions. You will provide practical, business-focused WHS advice and support to managers, staff, contractors and volunteers, supporting the effective use of Council’s WHS systems, policies and procedures.

You will contribute to workplace inspections, audits, incident and hazard investigations, contractor safety management including SWMS review and induction requirements, emergency preparedness, wellbeing initiatives, and recover at work processes.

View the full position description HERE (this link will work on Orange City Council's website).

About you

• Relevant qualifications in Work Health and Safety or equivalent
• Qualifications in WHS audit and return to work (or the ability to obtain)
• Demonstrated experience in a similar role.
• Sound knowledge of WHS legislation, regulations, standards and safety management systems.
• Strong communication, problem solving, influencing and relationship-building skills.
• A current Driver’s Licence.
• A General Construction Induction Card (White Card), or the ability to obtain.

What can we offer?

• Competitive Annual Salary: $89964 plus super
• Flexible working arrangements 
• Access to a Fitness Passport for you and your family
• Salary Packaging including novated leasing
• A range of in-house and external training opportunities
• Free access to EAP services for you and your family
• Organisation wide health and wellbeing initiatives

About Orange City Council

Orange City Council is located in the Central West of NSW, only 3 ½ hours west of Sydney, Orange is a vibrant and diverse place to live, offering the benefits of a busy city life in the calm of a regional location. Our Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. We are a large regional council, with over 800 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Visit www.orange.nsw.gov.au to learn more about Orange City Council

How to apply

If you're eager to work with an experienced team and make a positive impact with Orange City Council, we want to hear from you!

To apply, please click Apply. A cover letter is not required, however, there are screening questions that must be answered to apply for the position. You can also save and return to your job application at any time prior to the closing date.

For enquiries about this role please contact peopleandculture@orange.nsw.gov.au or WHS Lead, Kendall Graham on 02 6393 8022.

Applications close: Thursday 30 July 2026

Please note: Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar permanent or temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.