State Inspector

State Inspector – Reviewable Decisions - SafeWork NSW Multiple roles Grade: State Inspector Salary range: Starting from $159,573 Start Date: February 2026 Location: Parramatta and hybrid work arrangements considered Work type: Permanent ongoing full-time with flexible working arrangements considered Applications Close: Monday 24th November 2025 (9:59AM) Are you passionate about making NSW workplaces safer? SafeWork NSW is seeking an experienced and motivated professional to join our team as a State Inspector within the Regulatory Assurance and Reviewable Decisions team. This is a unique opportunity to lead complex inspections, investigations, and compliance activities that directly contribute to reducing harm and improving work health and safety outcomes across the state. You’ll work with industry, community, and government stakeholders to deliver expert advice, education, and regulatory services. What you’ll do: Lead multifaceted workplace inspections, investigations, and audits Respond to serious incidents and participate in emergency response services Undertake internal reviews of often complex matters within legislated timeframes Develop and deliver presentations, workshops, and advisory services to influence WHS outcomes Develop and conduct strategically aligned assurance activities against process and practice to identify continual improvement strategies that include achievable recommendations Represent SafeWork NSW as a technical specialist at state and national levels What we’re looking for: Advanced knowledge of WHS legislation and regulatory frameworks including around workplace psychosocial matters. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Advanced written communication skills. Ability to manage complex technical issues and provide expert advice within tight timeframes. A proactive, collaborative approach to improving safety outcomes. Essential requirements: Willingness to travel across NSW and occasionally interstate Current NSW driver’s licence and safe driving record (Prior to progressing to the interview stage, you will be required to provide a copy of your current driving record, which can be purchased from Service NSW.) Satisfactory criminal record and medical assessments Willingness to undertake mandatory probity screening Willingness to obtain the Diploma of Government (Workplace Inspection) if not already held and an Advanced Diploma of Government (within 2 years from commencing) Why join us? SafeWork NSW is committed to creating safer workplaces and delivering public value. You’ll be part of a team that makes a real impact, with access to flexible work options, professional development, and a supportive leadership environment. For any enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please contact A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process to fill future ongoing and temporary opportunities. SafeWork Consent Award State Inspector, with the base salary for this role starting at base plus superannuation Click Here to access the Role Description . For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Hannah Harget via . Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description. Closing Date Monday 24th November 2025 (9:59am) Careers at Department of Customer Service DCS gives you the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reform that benefits people across NSW. We are focused on delivering excellent customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform. Come join us and influence the future of our great state. Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives. You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here . We want you to bring your best self to this application process. If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form) please contact or . More information Information on some of the different types of disabilities Information on adjustments available for the recruitment process #J-18808-Ljbffr