We are committed to creating a safe and healthy work environment. This role is responsible for maintaining our safety standards and supporting employees through injury management and return-to-work processes.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Provide support, advice, and training to managers and staff on all workplace health and safety matters.
* Conduct site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Develop, implement, review, and evaluate safety strategies, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
* Notify injuries promptly and provide relevant documentation to the insurer.
* Manage the return-to-work process by developing return-to-work plans, organizing regular claims review meetings with the insurer, and advising managers and staff on return-to-work and workers' compensation matters.
* Liaise with the insurer's claims manager and legal advisors to develop effective strategies for managing workers' compensation claims.
* Monitor and assess premium estimates to inform decisions on claims.
* Prepare and submit timely workers' compensation wage reimbursements.
* Maintain accurate and confidential files and documentation for workers' compensation cases.
* Ensure compliance with legislative responsibilities regarding injury management and workers' compensation.
* Promote mental health and psychological well-being in the workplace through focused policies.
* Lead the infection control portfolio for aged care facilities.