Gilgandra Shire Council is seeking a Risk and Safety Coordinator to join the People and Culture Team!
* Permanent full time - 35 hours per week
* Rostered day off every fortnight - an extra 22 days off a year!
* Weekly pay cycle
* Salary range $1432.08 - $1718.49 per week
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a valued member of the People and Culture team, you will play an integral role in advancing Council’s Work Health and Safety (WHS) objectives. Your primary responsibilities will encompass driving continuous improvement in our WHS Management System and fostering a culture of safety across all Council operations. Additionally, you will coordinate workers' compensation claims and rehabilitation efforts while assisting in the organisation of employee training initiatives.
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023.
Please click HERE to view the position description.
ABOUT YOU
Council is looking for someone who has the following qualities, experience and/or qualifications:
* Minimum two years work experience in the development and implementation and continuous improvement of WHS management systems and contributing to a culture of health and wellbeing for multifaceted organisations
* Extensive knowledge of relevant WHS legislation and standards.
* Tertiary qualifications (minimum Certificate IV) in Work Health and Safety, Human Resources or an associated relevant discipline, or a willingness to obtain such qualifications.
* Possess an enthusiastic attitude towards improving better outcomes for staff and Council
* Recover at Work Coordinator Accreditation or a willingness to obtain such qualification.
* Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to persuade and guide others in a constructive manner.
* Extensive computer skills including the ability to use MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
* WHS Construction Induction (White) Card.
* Current First Aid Certificate
* Current Class C Driver’s Licence.
* Ability to analyse, review and improve operation processes
* Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment.
* Understanding of the Local Government Sector
* Understanding of the Aged Care and Disability Sector
BENEFITS
* Rostered day off every fortnight - an extra 22 days off a year!
* Weekly pay cycle
* 11% employer contribution to superannuation
* 4 weeks annual leave with the ability to take at full pay, half pay, or double pay
* Long Service after 5 years employment with a NSW Council
* PPE Provided
* Ongoing learning and development
* 15 days sick leave
* Access to Health and Wellbeing initiatives
* Opportunity to contribute and make a difference to our community!
Applications for this position close at 9.00am, Monday 4 March 2024
ENQUIRIES: Executive Leader Transformational Change, Melissa Welsh or the People & Culture team on 02 6817 8800
HOW TO APPLY
Before you apply for this position, please read the Position Description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position. You will be required to answer questions that relate to the criteria on the online application below. You will also be required to attach your current resume which should include two recent employment related referees. Please note that you cannot submit your application without attaching your resume. Council will only accept applications submitted online. Please include in your resume, evidence of qualifications that you possess.
All correspondence will be via the email you have provided in your application.
ABOUT GILGANDRA
Gilgandra is a vibrant rural community in Central West NSW, situated at the junction of three main highways and in close proximity to Dubbo. There is a strong supportive community that has worked together to develop excellent schools, medical services, retail services and recreational activities that you simply do not see in communities of a similar size.
Gilgandra presents you with an opportunity to have an excellent lifestyle you may not be able to afford in the city.
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