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A Workplace Inspector carries out investigations on numerous issues within a work environment. You might specialise in work health and safety, workers’ compensation, injury management or workplace relations. Workplace Inspectors might perform inspections of work areas, conduct interviews with employees or look at workplace systems and procedures.
Workplace Inspectors should have strong interpersonal skills and be able to communicate with people from a range of backgrounds. It’s important that you are safety focused and can follow correct procedures. Workplace Inspectors should have excellent observational abilities and be able to work as part of a team.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Workplace Inspector.
Possible job outcomes:
Become a workplace inspector with the PSP60122 Advanced Diploma of Government. This nationally recognised qualification is a gateway to three career paths: workplace inspection, investigations, and fraud control. The course covers: working in the public service, applying government systems, preparing high-level documents, managing public sector compliance with legislation, managing policy implementation, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, specialisation electives (and their availability), and training providers near you that offer this qualification..
Average duration: 12 months.
In Australia, a full time Workplace Inspector generally earns $1,600 per week ($83,200 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This industry has seen strong employment growth over the last five years. There are currently 4,200 people working in this area in Australia, and many of them specialise as a Workplace Inspector. Workplace Inspectors may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If a career as a Workplace Inspector interests you, consider enrolling in an Advanced Diploma of Government (Workplace Inspection/Investigations/Fraud Control). This course will give you the skills to apply government systems and manage operational compliance. You’ll cover a range of topics including policy implementation, risk management, workplace safety and continuous improvement.
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Here are some potential career pathways within local government. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Local Government
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$960 weekly pay
Council Maintenance Worker
$1,150 weekly pay
Council Member
$750 weekly pay
Local Government Administration Officer
Local Government Customer Service Assistant
Community Engagement Coordinator
$1,250 weekly pay
Environmental Health Officer
Foreign Affairs Adviser
Government Accountant
$1,350 weekly pay
Government Relations Manager
$1,500 weekly pay
International Development Worker
Local Government Officer
Planning Officer
Policy Analyst
$1,730 weekly pay
Policy Officer
Policy Researcher
Policy Writer
Public Health Researcher
$1,442 weekly pay
Public Servant
Public Service Officer
Diplomat
$2,700 weekly pay
Government Consultant
$5,000 weekly pay
Government Policy Advisor
$1,820 weekly pay
Investigation Manager
$1,540 weekly pay
Local Government Project Manager
Manager of Corporate Services
Policy Adviser
Policy Specialist
$2,500 weekly pay
Policymaker
Political Adviser
$2,310 weekly pay
Public Health Officer
Senior Compliance Officer
$1,920 weekly pay
Senior Rates Officer
Workplace Inspector
$1,600 weekly pay
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