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Principal Advisor (Asbestos)Queensland Government • Brisbane, QLD, AU
Principal Advisor (Asbestos)

Principal Advisor (Asbestos)

Queensland Government • Brisbane, QLD, AU
11 days ago
Job description

Job Description

Working with us is more than just a job, it's making a difference to people's lives. Our purpose is to provide fit-for-purpose regulatory and professional advisory services to create healthy, safe, fair and productive communities and work environments for all Queenslanders.

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Join a dedicated Occupational Health, Hygiene and Asbestos team to provide expert specialist advice and facilitate educative interventions and enforcement to prevent occupational injuries and illness.

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At the Office of Industrial Relations (OIR), we tackle meaningful work that sometimes involves challenging situations.

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Be a Part Of a Skilled Occupational Health, Hygiene And Asbestos Team Comprised Of Specialist Technical Advisors Who Seek To Reduce The Risk Of Illness And Disease Associated With Exposure To

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  • Asbestos
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  • Hazardous chemicals
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  • Vapours
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  • Fumes
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  • Dust
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  • Radiation
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  • Carcinogens
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  • Noise
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  • Heat
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  • Infectious organisms
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  • Lead
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  • Other occupational health hazards.
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About The Role

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As the Principal Advisor (Asbestos), you will provide expert professional advice on legislative, scientific and technical issues about asbestos to Office of Industrial Relations (OIR) and its internal and external clients, in order to ensure greater awareness about asbestos and to promote the effectiveness of the Workplace Health and Safety Program and compliance with workplace health and safety legislation.

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Key Responsibilities Include

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  • Provide expert advice on professional, scientific and technical issues relating to asbestos.
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  • Develop, deliver and evaluate education and training programs related to asbestos which will increase the engagement of stakeholders.
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  • Provide specialist input to the development of asbestos legislation, information products, policies and enforcement activities.
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  • Produce reports and conduct reviews of technical information arising out of asbestos related serious workplace incidents, appearing as an expert witness in courts of law where necessary.
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  • Represent OIR on internal and external committees and other forums to provide professional, scientific and technical advice on asbestos safety issues.
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  • Actively contribute to the effectiveness of the Queensland workplace health and safety program through the identification and development of innovative solutions to reduce risk of asbestos related illnesses and disease.
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  • Assist workplace health and safety regional officers through the provision of expert technical advice, input into audits and specialised projects.
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Closing Date

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Thursday, 24 September 2026

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Occupational group

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Occupational Health & Safety

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