Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
References
Honours And Awards
Timeline
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Josh Irvine

Wagga Wagga,Australia

Summary

I am a proud Wiradjuri Nation man from Wagga Wagga, NSW, with a strong commitment to workplace health and safety. Over the past four years, I have developed as a WHS professional through hands-on experience, including as an Inspector with SafeWork NSW and most recently as a WHS Officer with a Tier 1 traffic management company. With a diverse professional background spanning the Australian Defence Force, construction, engineering, and education, I offer adaptability, ethical leadership, and strong communication skills. I am passionate about promoting a safe, inclusive, and high-performing work environment.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

WHS Officer

Riverina Traffic
Wagga Wagga, NSW
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Conducted risk assessments, site audits, and incident investigations
  • Developed and reviewed SWMS, risk assessments, and training content
  • Promoted a proactive safety culture among staff and subcontractors
  • Supported field teams and senior management in compliance and safety strategies

Inspector

SafeWork NSW
Wagga Wagga, NSW
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Enforced WHS legislation through inspections and investigations
  • Delivered risk-based programs targeting high-risk activities
  • Facilitated industry workshops and stakeholder presentations
  • Contributed to improvements in WHS, workers compensation, and RTW

Academy Director

Clontarf Foundation
Bidwill, Mt Druitt
01.2018 - 01.2022
  • Managed operations, reporting, budgeting, and school integration
  • Worked across Aboriginal Education, Attendance, and Support teams

Operations Officer

Clontarf Foundation
Bidwill, Mt Druitt
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Supported wellbeing of Indigenous students through engagement programs
  • Coordinated term activities including health checks and worksite visits

Project Technician

AECOM
Newcastle/Sydney
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Contributed to defence and infrastructure projects including Air 5428, Fire Trails, and Range Remediation
  • Delivered technical input across planning and construction phases

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Operator

Department of Defence
01.2006 - 01.2015
  • Certified in EOD, IED Disposal, Reconnaissance, and Demolitions
  • Conducted operational and instructional duties nationally and abroad

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Department of Defence
01.2002 - 01.2006
  • Maintained platforms such as AP-3C Orion, FA-18 Hornet, and Hawk
  • Qualified in Airframe/Engine and EO streams with supervisory certification

Education

Provide First Aid - Provide CPR, Basic Emergency Life Support

01.2021

White Card - Work Safely in the Construction Industry

01.2017

Diploma - Work Health And Safety

Asset Training Australia

Diploma of Government - Workplace Inspection

SafeWork NSW

Certificate IV - Work Health and Safety

Asset Training Australia

Certificate IV - Leadership and Management

Asset Training Australia

Certificate IV - Training and Assessment

Asset Training Australia

Skills

  • Risk assessment
  • Site audits
  • SWMS development
  • Incident investigation
  • Safety training
  • WHS compliance

References

  • Luke Troy, Director, Troy Farming & Troy Cranes, 0407 281 389
  • Karl Petrovic, Operations Manager, Soteria Solutions, 0428 844 768
  • Troy Gordon, Regional Manager, Clontarf Foundation, 0438 769 352

Honours And Awards

  • Afghanistan Medal
  • Iraq Medal
  • Australian Active Service Medal (Clasps IRAQ 2003 & ICAT)
  • Australian Operational Service Medal – Border Protection
  • NATO Medal with Clasp – ISAF
  • Meritorious Unit Citation – 92 Wing (FALCONER, CATALYST, SLIPPER)
  • Australian Defence Medal
  • Army Combat Badge

Timeline

WHS Officer

Riverina Traffic
01.2023 - 01.2025

Inspector

SafeWork NSW
01.2022 - 01.2023

Academy Director

Clontarf Foundation
01.2018 - 01.2022

Operations Officer

Clontarf Foundation
01.2017 - 01.2018

Project Technician

AECOM
01.2015 - 01.2017

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Operator

Department of Defence
01.2006 - 01.2015

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Department of Defence
01.2002 - 01.2006

Provide First Aid - Provide CPR, Basic Emergency Life Support

White Card - Work Safely in the Construction Industry

Diploma - Work Health And Safety

Asset Training Australia

Diploma of Government - Workplace Inspection

SafeWork NSW

Certificate IV - Work Health and Safety

Asset Training Australia

Certificate IV - Leadership and Management

Asset Training Australia

Certificate IV - Training and Assessment

Asset Training Australia
Josh Irvine