People & Safety Trainee

Empower Safety & People Where the Outback Meets the Coast

The People & Safety Trainee role provides foundational support in developing and maintaining a safe and supportive workplace. Under the guidance of the team, the Trainee will learn to implement key safety frameworks and "people-first" principles that keep our staff protected. The primary focus of this position is to develop a strong understanding of workplace health and safety (WHS) while assisting with the day-to-day tasks that build a positive and proactive safety culture. By participating in training, coaching, and ongoing learning, the Trainee helps empower employees at all levels to work confidently and safely.

In this role, the Trainee will assist with monitoring compliance with safety legislation, conducting basic risk assessments, and supporting internal safety audits and incident investigations. A significant part of the position involves learning how to guide all team members through their safety responsibilities and assisting with the delivery of safety education across the organisation. Additionally, the Trainee will support emergency preparedness, help manage safety reporting and documentation, and assist with return-to-work processes. Through consistent engagement and collaboration, the Trainee will contribute to a workplace environment where every team member feels valued, supported, and capable of maintaining a resilient and healthy work site.

The successful candidate will also be offered an ongoing traineeship for a qualification relevant to the role. 

What You’ll Do

As our People & Safety Trainee, you will:

• Promote and demonstrate the organiation’s "people-first" values to help promote a positive safety culture and psychological safety in the workplace.

• Support leaders and staff in understanding their WHS responsibilities by assisting with clear communication and the coordination of safety culture initiatives. 

• Assist in keeping WHS policies, procedures, and safety information accurate and up to date in accordance with relevant legislation. 

• Help monitor and compile data on safety performance indicators, such as incident trends and injury rates via Safety Champion to ensure timely reporting to the team.
• Participate in regular safety audits, inspections, and assessments to help identify and document potential risks in the work environment.
• Provide efficient administrative support, including document preparation, data entry, and coordination of schedules and appointments. Assist in developing practical safety measures and help monitor mitigation activities to ensure they effectively protect staff.
• Assist with data collection and the drafting of reports for incidents, accidents, and near-miss events to help identify corrective actions.
• Help coordinate workers’ compensation and return-to-work tasks, ensuring employees are supported throughout their recovery and transition back to work.
• Provide hands-on support for WHS training, staff inductions, toolbox meetings, and "Safety Shares" to help build safety awareness across the organisation.
• Under supervision, help share WHS information and advice with employees to support safe decision-making and legislative compliance.

About You

You’ll bring:

• Highly developed ability to uphold a values-based approach in the workplace. 

• A genuine interest in learning about Work Health and Safety (WHS) compliance, risk management, and how to keep people safe at work.

• Sound analytical skills with the ability to identify problems and suggest practical ideas for improvement.

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to speak and write clearly when interacting with others.

• Proven ability to work well with others and a commitment to collaborating positively with team members across the organisation.
• The ability to accurately follow instructions and assist with technical tasks like risk assessments, audits, or basic investigations.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and a willingness to learn how to use specialised safety management software.
• A desire to help others by assisting with training sessions for Safety Champion, inductions, and sharing safety information with the team.
• An interest in learning how to develop and maintain workplace policies, procedures, and safety records.

• Alignment with our CARECHIP values — Courage, Authenticity, Respect, Excellence, Cohesion, Humility, Inclusion, Passion.

Why Join Us

We value people who want to build their skills and contribute to a purpose-driven team.

Your package includes:

• Salary: $57,005.62 p/a plus superannuation, district allowance: $1,201.11p/a & housing allowance $3,061.65p/a (if eligible)(pro-rata for part-time).

• $3,500 retention bonus after 3 years’ service.*

• 5 weeks annual leave + 2 Local Government public holidays.

• Training and professional development opportunities.

• Annual leave travel assistance, gym and club membership subsidies, and aquatic centre access.

• Additional allowances and subsidies under our Attraction & Retention Policy.*

• A supportive workplace focused on safety, wellbeing, and community impact.

*Subject to corporate policy.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to help maintain the financial practices, we’d love to hear from you. To view the full position description: PD. PEOPLE & SAFETY TRAINEE

Applications close:  22 April 2026 at 4pm

For more information, please contact Max Tangi, Acting Manager People, Culture & Wellbeing on (08) 9941 0008.

The Shire of Carnarvon reserves the right to close applications early and/or commence the shortlisting and interview process prior to the advertised closing date. The position may be filled at any time upon identification of a suitable applicant.