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Assistant State Inspector, Construction North Grade: Inspector Consent Award, Assistant State InspectorBusiness unit/Organisation: Operation &Enforcement, Construction DirectorateLocation: Parramatta Term: Ongoing Closing Date: Tuesday 10 February :59AM)Hiring Manager & Enquiries: Sara Van den Anker,About SafeWork NSWSafeWorkNSW is the state''s workplace health and safety regulator. Our focus is toprotect NSW workers by preventing and reducing workrelated fatalities, seriousinjuries, and illnesses by securing compliance with work health and safety andassociated legislation.SafeWorkNSW is undergoing an exciting and important period of transformation as weestablish the organisation as a modern, strong and standalone Work Health andSafety Regulator.About the teamSafeWork NSWConstruction directoratehas astrategic approach to supporting a safe, healthy and productiveconstruction industryin NSW.Construction providesastrong and consistent focus on building industry capabilitythroughstrategic stakeholderengagement,evidenceandrisk-basedharmpreventioninitiatives, and proportionate and targeted regulator responseto construction incidents and requests for serviceIdeal candidateThis opportunity would suit someone with the ability to take aleadership role for a high functioning operational unit, support the activitiesof a multidisciplinary team responsible for the implementation of front-lineservices and programs supporting health, safety and return to work strategicdirection in the dynamic NSW Construction sector.As an Assistant State Inspector in Construction, you will be responsiblefor providing the NSW communities with strong regulatory service to proactivelyengage and influence key industry stakeholders.You will work with the construction industry, associations, unions, the community and government agencies in response to and prevention of workplace injury and illness incidents arising from construction workYou will play a pivotal role in working with, and building the capability of, internal and external stakeholders and customers.You will utilise your high-level leadership, industry knowledge, project management and stakeholder engagement skills to develop and implement state-wide strategic industry initiatives in the construction industry.Key attributes:Ability to act as a professional role model for colleagues, set high personal goals and take pride in their achievementAbility to translate technical and complex information concisely for diverse audiencesAbility to anticipate, identify and address issues and potential problems and select the most effective solutions from a range of optionsParticipate in and contribute to team/unit initiatives to resolve common issues or barriers to effectivenessEstablish performance outcomes and measures for key project goals, and define monitoring, reporting and communication requirementsMonitor the completion of project milestones against goals and initiate amendments where necessaryInjoining SafeWork NSW, you will be rewarded with a great opportunity to applyyour experience with your passion for workplace health and safety.Youwill:Work a 38-hour working week, including some weekends and participate in the After-Hours Emergency Response ServiceReceive an attractive salary package along with the required tools of the trade, including a vehicle with access to private use (currently at a cost of approximately $227 per fortnight)Be able to access flexible working conditions within operational requirementsEssential requirementsDiploma in Government (Workplace Inspection) plus additional competencies as defined in the Inspectors Memorandum of UnderstandingSatisfactory criminal record checkSatisfactory medical assessment capacity in regard to physical and psychological impacts of theinherent duties of the roleRegular travel throughout NSW with the occasional inter-state travel. Employees are expected to hold a valid driver''s licence throughout employmentAppointment and ongoing assignment may be subject to restrictions and the satisfactory participation in mandatory pre-employment and ongoing probity screening, in accordance with relevant Legislation and/or related policiesHow to ApplyYourapplication should include:A covering letter (maximum two pages) detailing your suitability for the role.An up-to-date resume (of no more than five pages)A talent pool may be created to fill future ongoingand temporary opportunities for a period of up to 18 months.Salary Grade Assistant State Inspector, with the base salary for this role startingat $142,691 base plus superannuationClick Here to access the Role Description. For enquiries relating to recruitment pleasecontact Narelle Reynolds via Visit theCapability Application Toolto prepare for the recruitment process by accessingpractice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilitieslisted in the role description. Closing Date: Tuesday 10 February 2026 at 9.59amCareers at Department of Customer ServiceA career at the Department of Customer Service (DCS) givesyou the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reform thatbenefits people across NSW. We arefocused on delivering excellent customer service, digital transformation, andregulatory reform. Come join us and influence the future of our great state.Belong in our diverse and inclusiveworkplace Thestrength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, whilethe key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees withdifferent 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 mayrequire adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process(including an alternate format of the application form) please contact or For more information, please visitInformation on some of the different types of disabilities Information on adjustments available for the recruitment process