Principal Inspector Construction and Utilities – High Risk Work Team
Top Benefits
About the role
Attorney-General's Department Job reference: 829707
Location: 5035 - KESWICK
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Classification: ASO6
Salary Range: $98,478 - $104,165 + Superannuation
Duration: Ongoing
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Number of Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Sunday 15 February 2026
About The Opportunity The primary purpose of the Principal Inspector – High Risk Work (HRW) is to support licensing processes associated with accredited assessors, asbestos removalists and asbestos assessors and the development, implementation, and coordination of proactive campaigns to monitor compliance across relevant duty holders (accredited assessors, asbestos removal and asbestos assessor license holders, other licence holders, registered training organisations, PCBUs). The Principal Inspector – HRW is also responsible for the identification of emerging issues associated with HRW and assist the development of suitable resources to assist duty holders meet their obligations. The Principal Inspector – HRW will contribute to the management of SafeWork SA’s service delivery by providing mentoring, coaching and advisory support to team members and others across SafeWork SA.
About The Business SafeWork SA (SWSA) is responsible for providing work, health and safety, public safety and state-based industrial relations services across South Australia. As a regulator, Investigators and Inspectors ensure work, health and safety, and public safety standards are met, and appropriate action is taken when breaches of laws are detected.
SafeWork SA Values
- Professionalism
- Respect
- Integrity
- Service
For more information about the Attorney-General’s Department and also SafeWork SA, please visit https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/ and https://www.safework.sa.gov.au/.
Special Conditions for Employment Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Some out of hours work may be required.
Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Additional Notes You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions via the link below. For more information, please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications.
For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact , Stuart Robb, Manager Construction and Utilities, SafeWork SA on 0408 538 964 or stuart.robb2@sa.gov.au.
Click Apply and follow the prompts to submit your application. The Attorney-General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/.
Applications close: 15/02/2026 11:30 PM
Attachments:
- C_and_E_-_Construction_-_JPS_-_ASO6_-_Principal_Inspector_-_HRW_-_AGD.pdf
- Job Application Pack.pdf
Flexibility Statement The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
About South Australia Police
This is not the place to report crime. In an emergency call Triple Zero (000), or 131 444 for police assistance.
South Australia Police was formed on 28 April 1838.
The jurisdiction of South Australia covers a vast area of almost one million square kilometres, with a population of over 1,500,000.
More than 5,000 police and support staff work across 13 Local Service Areas in the State to reduce crime and ensure safer communities.
Principal Inspector Construction and Utilities – High Risk Work Team
Top Benefits
About the role
Attorney-General's Department Job reference: 829707
Location: 5035 - KESWICK
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Classification: ASO6
Salary Range: $98,478 - $104,165 + Superannuation
Duration: Ongoing
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Number of Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Sunday 15 February 2026
About The Opportunity The primary purpose of the Principal Inspector – High Risk Work (HRW) is to support licensing processes associated with accredited assessors, asbestos removalists and asbestos assessors and the development, implementation, and coordination of proactive campaigns to monitor compliance across relevant duty holders (accredited assessors, asbestos removal and asbestos assessor license holders, other licence holders, registered training organisations, PCBUs). The Principal Inspector – HRW is also responsible for the identification of emerging issues associated with HRW and assist the development of suitable resources to assist duty holders meet their obligations. The Principal Inspector – HRW will contribute to the management of SafeWork SA’s service delivery by providing mentoring, coaching and advisory support to team members and others across SafeWork SA.
About The Business SafeWork SA (SWSA) is responsible for providing work, health and safety, public safety and state-based industrial relations services across South Australia. As a regulator, Investigators and Inspectors ensure work, health and safety, and public safety standards are met, and appropriate action is taken when breaches of laws are detected.
SafeWork SA Values
- Professionalism
- Respect
- Integrity
- Service
For more information about the Attorney-General’s Department and also SafeWork SA, please visit https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/ and https://www.safework.sa.gov.au/.
Special Conditions for Employment Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Some out of hours work may be required.
Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Additional Notes You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions via the link below. For more information, please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications.
For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact , Stuart Robb, Manager Construction and Utilities, SafeWork SA on 0408 538 964 or stuart.robb2@sa.gov.au.
Click Apply and follow the prompts to submit your application. The Attorney-General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/.
Applications close: 15/02/2026 11:30 PM
Attachments:
- C_and_E_-_Construction_-_JPS_-_ASO6_-_Principal_Inspector_-_HRW_-_AGD.pdf
- Job Application Pack.pdf
Flexibility Statement The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
About South Australia Police
This is not the place to report crime. In an emergency call Triple Zero (000), or 131 444 for police assistance.
South Australia Police was formed on 28 April 1838.
The jurisdiction of South Australia covers a vast area of almost one million square kilometres, with a population of over 1,500,000.
More than 5,000 police and support staff work across 13 Local Service Areas in the State to reduce crime and ensure safer communities.