WHS Consultants Queensland

Practical workplace safety, compliance and ISO consulting.

Experienced workplace health and safety consultants helping Queensland businesses manage risks, strengthen safety systems and meet their WHS obligations. We provide practical WHS consulting, workplace safety audits, risk assessments, ISO management systems and ongoing safety management support.

Whether you need help with a specific compliance issue, an independent safety audit or an experienced external WHS consultant, we tailor the work to your business and operations.

Start with a free initial consultation. Rockhampton head office, Brisbane-based consultant, supporting businesses Queensland-wide.

Who you'll work with

Trent Batley, Director and Founder of Overwatch Safety Solutions

Trent Batley

Director & Founder

Former Queensland Government transport regulatory inspector and investigator, bringing practical regulatory and operational compliance experience.

Stefanie Ellis, Operations Manager and Principal Consultant at Overwatch Safety Solutions

Stefanie Ellis

Operations Manager & Principal Consultant

IMS Lead Auditor and ICAM Lead Incident Investigator with more than 20 years of HSEQ experience.

Safety Retainers

Your safety team, without the full-time overhead.

Ongoing WHS support from $800 per month + GST

Not every business needs a full-time safety manager. But every business needs appropriate systems, advice and oversight to manage workplace safety. Our Safety Retainers give you experienced WHS consultants through structured monthly support.

Monthly packages start from five consulting hours, with a minimum 12-month agreement.

Depending on your package and agreed scope, services may include:

  • Workplace health and safety advice
  • Safety documentation and procedure reviews
  • Workplace inspections and compliance checks
  • Risk assessments and hazard management
  • Incident management and corrective action support
  • Ongoing safety management assistance

Regulatory experience. Practical industry knowledge.

We understand the challenges of balancing operational requirements, commercial pressures and workplace safety obligations. Our approach focuses on practical outcomes rather than unnecessary paperwork.

Regulatory experience

Our team includes a former Queensland Government transport regulatory inspector and investigator, bringing practical insight into compliance expectations, inspections and enforcement.

Industry knowledge

Practical experience across construction, civil infrastructure, mining, transport, manufacturing and other operational environments.

Tailored WHS solutions

Safety systems, documentation and support developed around your business, workforce and operational risks.

Independent advice

Objective assessments, practical recommendations and clear corrective actions to support management decisions.

Flexible engagements

Engage us for individual projects, independent audits or ongoing contracted safety management.

Qualified consultants

IMS Lead Auditor, ICAM Lead Investigator and Diploma of Workplace Health and Safety qualifications across the team.

WHS consulting for high-risk and operational businesses

Every workplace has different hazards, regulatory obligations and operational requirements. We tailor our advice and services to the risks and circumstances of each business, including:

  • Civil construction and infrastructure
  • Building and construction
  • Mining and resources
  • Transport and logistics
  • Manufacturing and engineering
  • Warehousing and distribution
  • Education and community services
  • Commercial and professional services

What our clients say

Five-star Google reviews from businesses we've worked with.

★★★★★

“Overwatch safety solutions is hands down the best WHS & ISO consultant in Central Queensland. Trent built our full ISO-aligned system, updated all SWMS and ensured that every document met audit and tender requirements. Professional, fast, and incredibly thorough.”
Hamish Mcdonald Google Review

★★★★★

“Worked with Trent from Overwatch to sort out our safety systems and he was unreal to deal with. Made it all easy to understand and set it up properly for how we run things. Knows his stuff and gets the job done right. Highly recommend.”
Scott Bianchi Google Review

★★★★★

“Stef was able to help us sort out our SWMS and safety systems quickly. She made it practical, tailored to our business and easy to understand. Knows her stuff. Highly recommend.”
Chris Clarke Google Review

★★★★★

“Highly recommend Overwatch Safety Solutions! They built a complete, user-friendly safety management system for my business.”
DIVERSION McMahon Google Review

★★★★★

“Tent came through for us on a document we needed urgently for a project. He delivered what he promised on time and with great detail. Highly recommend his work.”
Charlie Camilleri Google Review

★★★★★

“Trent was absolutely amazing worked to our awful deadline and came out with a solution fabulous to work with!”
Ineke Baines Google Review

Meet our people

Experienced people, practical advice and genuine partnerships. We combine technical expertise with a hands-on approach to help businesses manage risks, strengthen compliance and improve performance.

Trent Batley

Trent Batley

Director & Founder, Rockhampton QLD

With more than 15 years of experience across government and high-risk industries, Trent specialises in WHS compliance, regulatory investigations, risk management and practical safety solutions.

Read Trent's profile
Stefanie Ellis

Stefanie Ellis

Operations Manager & Principal Consultant, Brisbane QLD

Stefanie brings more than 20 years of HSEQ experience, including senior national leadership roles. She specialises in ISO management systems, auditing, governance and business improvement.

Read Stefanie's profile

Local knowledge. Statewide support.

With a head office in Rockhampton and a Brisbane-based consultant, Overwatch provides workplace health and safety consulting across Queensland.

Our services include onsite consulting, workplace inspections, safety audits and remote compliance support, depending on the scope and location of each engagement. Whether you operate one workplace or manage multiple sites, we can help with practical WHS advice and safety management.

Frequently asked questions

What services does a WHS consultant provide?

A WHS consultant can help with workplace safety audits, risk assessments, compliance reviews, safety management systems, incident investigations, SWMS and ongoing workplace safety advice.

How much does WHS consulting cost?

It depends on the type of service, complexity, location and scope of work. We provide tailored quotes for individual projects and ongoing consulting arrangements, and your first consultation is free.

Do you provide ongoing WHS management?

Yes. Our Safety Retainers give you ongoing access to experienced WHS consultants through structured monthly support, starting from $800 per month plus GST.

Can you help prepare our business for a WHS audit?

Yes. We can review your existing WHS arrangements, identify compliance gaps, assess documentation and recommend corrective actions to improve audit readiness.

Do you provide ISO management system consulting?

Yes. We help businesses develop, implement, internally audit and improve management systems aligned with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

Do you provide WHS consulting outside Rockhampton and Brisbane?

Yes. We support businesses across Queensland and can provide remote consulting where appropriate.

Does engaging a WHS consultant remove our legal responsibilities?

No. Businesses keep their statutory WHS duties. We help organisations understand their obligations and put appropriate safety management arrangements in place.

Need help managing workplace safety?

Whether you need a workplace safety audit, help with WHS compliance, an ISO management system or ongoing safety support, we can help. Tell us about your business and what you need, and we'll recommend a practical approach.

What happens next

  1. We review your enquiry and contact you within 24 hours.
  2. We talk through your needs in a free initial consultation.
  3. You receive a clear scope and quote before any work starts.

Prefer to talk? Call 0428 849 992 or email info@overwatchsafety.com.au.

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