This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.
About Redland District Special School
At Redland District Special School, we are committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive
workplace for our students with diverse learning needs. Located in the beautiful Redland Bay area, our school offers a unique educational experience that focuses on individual growth, empowerment, and personal achievement. Our dedicated team of educators and support staff work collaboratively to create tailored learning programs that foster engagement, creativity, and confidence in every student.
We pride ourselves on our strong community involvement and partnerships, ensuring that each student has access to the resources and support needed to thrive both academically and socially. Our facilities and specialised programs cater to a variety of needs, promoting independence and skill development essential for lifelong success.
As a member of our team, you will be part of a compassionate community that values empathy, collaboration, and innovation in education. We are seeking passionate professionals who are eager to make a positive impact in the lives of our students. Join us at Redland District Special School, where every day is an opportunity to inspire and be inspired!
About the Role
As the Workplace Safety and Injury Management Consultant, your opportunities and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to.
Your Opportunity
Provide and coordinate workplace health and safety services.
Perform and role of Rehabilitation and Return to Work Coordinator, communicating effectively with, and enlisting the support of doctors, allied health professionals, line managers, injured employees and others.
Your Responsibilities
Provide advice to management on all matters pertaining to the prevention of accidents, a wide range of hazard identification and control, promotion of health and safety, environmental and risk issues as they relate to students, staff and contractors.
Conduct proactive risk assessments and inspections to identify any hazards and unsafe or unsatisfactory workplace health and safety conditions and practices.
Develop, promote and coordinate appropriate training on various health and safety topics that will develop awareness and compliance with legislative and departmental health and safety.
Develop, revise and maintain effective communication links with the Workplace Health and Safety Committee by providing regular reports and feedback on activities including prevention of accidents, promotion of health and safety, risk issues and emergency procedures.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply
Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
A 2-pg written statement in response to the attached role description.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
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📌 Eoi - Workplace Safety And Injury Management Consultant - Redland District Special School
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Brisbane