Meet Virginia, a Senior Health and Safety Advisor who plays a crucial role in ensuring safety remains Stanwell’s top priority as we move towards our renewable future. Building on the systems and protocols we’ve refined over decades at our thermal power stations, Virginia and her team are now applying those same high standards to the innovative and fast-evolving renewable energy sector. This National Safe Work Month, we acknowledge the important work of people like Virginia, who are helping build a safer future for all Queenslanders. Thank you, Virginia!
The renewable energy sector is characterised by its innovative technologies and ambitious projects. It’s a rapidly evolving field, and safety is absolutely critical to ensure the wellbeing of workers now and long into the future. Queenslanders like Virginia, a Senior Health and Safety Adviser at Stanwell Corporation Limited, are key to this effort. With October being Safe Work Month, we thought it would be a good time to touch base and learn more about the nature of her role and how she is helping improve safe work practices. “My role within the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) team is varied and involves comprehensive planning and collaboration with operations teams to meet environmental protection requirements, develop and implement risk management strategies, maintain regulatory compliance, and deliver safety systems that benefit, or enhance, the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people,” she explained. Stanwell is at the forefront of Queensland’s energy transition, and Virginia points out that they are well-equipped and committed to ensuring the highest standards of safety. “Although some of the technology that will deliver renewable energy generation is still developing, the current systems and experience within our ranks provide the platform for a smooth transition.” Thank you to all the WH&S advisers like Virginia for making safety an indispensable part of the renewable energy journey and for improving the lives of energy workers and everyday Queenslanders across the state. If a career working in energy appeals to you, check out our energy jobs portal: qld.gov.au/energyjobs #RenewableEnergy #SafeWorkMonth #Safety #Jobs