About Us

ADA Australia is a respected, independent, not-for-profit organisation advocating for the rights, safety and wellbeing of older people and people with disability across Queensland. For more than 30 years, we’ve delivered high-quality advocacy, information and education services that empower individuals to understand their rights and make informed decisions.

Our work is grounded in strong governance, ethical practice and a commitment to continuous improvement. Every team member contributes to a culture that values integrity, accountability, respect and person-centred service.

About the Opportunity

We’re seeking a Safety, Risk and Compliance Advisor to provide specialist leadership and advice across workplace health and safety, enterprise risk, compliance and governance. This is a key role supporting ADA Australia to meet its legislative, regulatory, contractual and governance obligations while strengthening organisational capability and continuous improvement.

This is a permanent part-time role (0.8 FTE / 32 hours per week) and can be based at either our Geebung or Woolloongabba office.

Working closely with the Executive Team, HR, Quality Officer and organisational leaders, you will play a critical role in shaping organisational safety, risk and compliance practices and supporting informed decision-making across the organisation.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and continuously improve ADA Australia’s WHS, risk and compliance frameworks
• Provide expert advice on WHS, psychosocial hazards, risk and compliance matters
• Lead audits, investigations, risk assessments and corrective action programs
• Monitor legislative, regulatory and sector developments
• Prepare reports, dashboards and recommendations for executive and Board audiences
• Build organisational capability through coaching, guidance and stakeholder engagement
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across safety, risk and compliance functions

About You

You are an experienced safety, risk or compliance professional who enjoys partnering with leaders, influencing positive change and driving continuous improvement across an organisation.

You will bring:

• Relevant qualifications and/or substantial senior-level experience in WHS, risk, compliance, governance or a related field
• Experience developing, implementing and reviewing WHS, risk or compliance management systems
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, psychosocial hazards, enterprise risk and compliance frameworks
• Experience leading audits, investigations, risk assessments and improvement programs
• Strong analytical and report-writing skills, including Board and executive reporting
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders, build organisational capability and provide expert advice.

Desirable

• Experience in the community, aged care, disability, health or not-for-profit sector
• Lead Auditor, WHS, risk management or governance qualifications/certifications

Essential Requirements

• Current Queensland Driver Licence
• Current National Criminal History Certificate
• Ability to travel between ADA Australia’s Brisbane offices and occasionally to regional locations

What We Offer

• Competitive pay + generous salary packaging options
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• A supportive, values-driven team environment committed to making a difference
• The opportunity to influence organisation-wide safety, risk and compliance outcomes

To Apply

If you’re looking for a senior advisory role where you can influence organisational outcomes and help strengthen safety, risk and compliance practices, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume outlining your suitability for the position.

Applications close 5:00pm, 7 October 2026, unless filled prior.

For more information about ADA Australia please visit adaaustralia.com.au or contact HR@adaaustralia.com.au.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, the LGBTIQ+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Join a supportive and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated, and our culture is built on respect, dignity and fairness.