Our culture

OIR is committed to creating a culture of respect, equity and inclusion, where are people feel safe, respected, valued and empowered.

Our leaders nurture collaboration, innovation and high performance. Most importantly, we’re passionate about work health and safety and protecting the lives of Queenslanders. We recognise that a truly inclusive workplace is one that values and understands varied perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds, and is the key to high performance and meaningful impact.

Our vision

Queensland workers, industry and communities are healthy, safe, fair and productive.

Our purpose

Providing fit-for-purpose regulatory and professional advisory services to create healthy, safe, fair and productive communities and work environments for all Queenslanders.

Our values

As individuals we uphold the Queensland public service values

OIR also live our values

Our commitment

The commitment of OIR staff to each other and the people of Queensland is to lead with honesty, integrity, strength and vision ensuring we back our words and actions.

We create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone is respected and feels healthy, safe, valued, confident and encouraged to do their best.

We build trust by being honest, professional, and clear in everything we do, while always acting with integrity.

We work together with a common goal and make intelligence-led, confident decisions, even when things are tough, and take responsibility for them.

We focus on clear communication and actively listening to others.

We promote a culture of always learning, and improving, by adapting to challenges, and welcoming change.