Health and safety program coordinator (parkville)

Position Number: 0063814

Location: Parkville

Role type: Full‐time; Continuing

Department: Business Services; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio

Salary: UOM 6 - $96,459 - $104,413 p.a. plus 17% super

This exciting role supports the implementation of innovative health and safety programs across the University. As a key member of the Health and Safety team, you will contribute to maintaining compliance, managing critical areas like chemical inventories, and delivering engaging training programs. By collaborating closely with stakeholders, you will play a vital role in enhancing the University's safety culture and fostering a proactive risk management environment.

• Planning, coordinating, and executing key health and safety programs, including system management, regulatory compliance, and training initiatives, ensuring timely completion and adherence to University standards.
• Assisting in identifying and implementing process improvements, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations, and supporting incident investigations and regulatory reporting.
• Developing and disseminating effective communication materials to promote safety awareness, engaging stakeholders, and supporting the continuous improvement of the University's health and safety programs.

• Qualifications in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation, regulations, standards, and codes.
• Previous experience working in Health and Safety within a large and complex organisation is required.
• Familiarity with operational chemical handling, use, transit and disposal and chemical inventory management systems (e.g., ChemWatch).

• Flexible hybrid work environment.
• Generous leave provisions.
• Salary packaging.
• Health and well‐being services.
• Discounts on graduate courses.

The University of Melbourne is an equal opportunity employer and values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are also strongly encouraged to apply.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. The role requires current valid work rights for Australia.