Apply now Job no: 493240Work type: Ongoing full timeLocation: Tasmanian Catholic Education Office - New TownCategories: Business Services employee
Work Health and Safety Officer1.0 FTE ongoing(Southern Region)
Catholic Education Tasmania is seeking a WHS Officer – Southern Region to provide specialist work health and safety and child safety compliance support to schools, ensuring safe, secure and compliant learning environments that enhance student learning outcomes.
This role is a significant opportunity to work closely with schools, system teams and regulators to strengthen WHS practices, improve risk mitigation, and ensure compliance with statutory obligations across the Southern Region.
As a key member of the Risk, Work Health Safety & Compliance team, you will:
About the Role
* Provide expert WHS and child safety advice to schools, supporting legislative and organisational compliance.
* Deliver predominantly onsite, structured support to Southern Region schools, alongside contributions to CET's system-wide safety and compliance framework.
* Strengthen safety culture, hazard management, emergency preparedness, contractor oversight and child safety practices.
* Develop and deliver WHS training, guidance, communications and learning resources.
* Support incident and hazard management processes, including reporting, investigation, risk assessment and closure.
* Monitor compliance through inspections, audits and reviews, collaborating closely with Principals, leadership teams and CET colleagues to drive continuous improvement.
About You
* You are committed to the Catholic mission and values and understand the importance of safeguarding children and supporting safe learning environments.
* You are practical, collaborative and confident working directly with school communities.
* You demonstrate professional integrity, sound judgement and the ability to work independently with broad direction.
* You are passionate about continuous improvement and building positive, proactive safety cultures.
You Will Bring
* Demonstrated experience in WHS compliance, risk management and safety systems.
* Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, child safety requirements and statutory obligations.
* Experience delivering WHS training and supporting diverse stakeholders.
* High-level communication, organisational and problem‐solving skills.
* The ability to manage competing priorities and provide practical, solutions‐focused advice.
* Confidence working in school environments and supporting change.
* A current Tasmanian driver's licence and willingness to travel within the region.
Qualifications
Required
* Certificate IV or Diploma in WHS, or extensive equivalent WHS experience.
* Accreditation A to work in Catholic Education, or willingness to obtain.
* Working with Vulnerable People Registration.
* Satisfactory National Police Check.
* Tertiary qualifications in WHS or a related discipline.
* Experience in delivering WHS training, auditing, contractor management and WHS management systems.
* Strong capability in data analysis and use of safety and reporting systems.
Why Join Us?
* Creating safe, compliant and welcoming learning environments for every student.
* A Catholic mission grounded in dignity, care and service.
* Collaboration with schools, families and communities.
* Continuous improvement and professional growth.
* Supporting staff wellbeing and safeguarding children and young people.
Applications Close: Wednesday, 8 April 2026 at 10.00am
Catholic Education Tasmania are committed to supporting the rights of children and young people and providing a safe and supportive environment for them. The successful candidate will require satisfactory child safety checks and registrations.
We demonstrate our commitment to Reconciliation by encouraging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.
Advertised: 26 Mar 2026 Tasmania Daylight TimeApplications close: 08 Apr 2026 Tasmania Standard Time
* Tasmanian Catholic Education Office - New Town 1
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Acknowledgement of Country
Catholic Education Tasmania acknowledges and deeply respects the Palawa people, the Tasmanian Aboriginal Community, and all Elders past and present.
We are committed to learning alongside our students and community in this place, lutruwita, and support the continued sharing of knowledge and Culture.
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