Summary
Use your expertise to advise on and manage the school's risk and compliance systems to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.
Job Details
* Location: St Catherine's Primary School, Wishart & Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, Coorparoo
* Start Date: Commencing June 2026
* Work Hours: 37.00 hours per week (Monday, Tuesday & alternating Wednesdays at St Catherine's; Thursday, Friday & alternating Wednesdays at Our Lady of Mount Carmel)
* Salary: School Officer Level 5 – $39.44/hour + super (School Salary Scale)
* Status: Term time | Permanent
* Working across two BCE schools providing Risk and WHS support.
Responsibilities
* Oversee the development, maintenance and operations of relevant systems and resources and recommend improvements to processes and procedures.
* Develop and interpret legislation, regulations, procedures and other guideline material relating to operations within the school.
* Deliver and advise staff, students, and the school community on policy updates and publish via appropriate channels.
* Facilitate the completion and reporting on risk and compliance tasks through the appropriate avenues.
* Advise and facilitate the conduct of risk assessments by responsible staff members for school events.
WHS Officer Responsibilities
* Implement communication and consultation initiatives and raise awareness of WHS requirements.
* Assist in the investigation of WHS issues or incidents across schools.
* Assist in the development and review of health and safety requirements and associated documentation for schools.
* Consult with management and stakeholders on their schools' (or office) WHS performance.
* Assist in the identification and management of risk.
* Conduct and assist workers to conduct regular health and safety inspections and risk assessments.
* Investigate health and safety incidents and dangerous events to prevent recurrence.
About You
* Expertise in developing, maintaining, and improving operational systems and processes.
* Strong understanding of legislation, regulations, and guidelines to interpret and apply within a school setting.
* Ability to communicate policy updates clearly to a wide variety of groups and stakeholders.
* Experience in managing and reporting on risk and compliance tasks effectively.
* Skilled in advising and facilitating risk assessments for events.
* Tertiary qualification at Associate Diploma/Diploma in a related field.
* For this position you are not required to be Catholic.
Eligibility and Safeguarding Requirements
* Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.
* Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.
Benefits
* Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
* Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent).
* Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
* Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options.
* Active staff social club and wellness programs.
* Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
* Fitness Passport access – discounted membership giving flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.
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