Job Description:
Bendigo Health is seeking a highly skilled Workplace Safety and Injury Prevention Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the operational requirements of our Occupational Health and Safety management system.
This role will involve providing specialised injury management advice, WorkCover payroll services, health and wellbeing initiatives, and continuous improvement opportunities.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in occupational health and safety, human resources, or return to work management, with experience managing OH&S issues in a complex environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Ensure a safe and healthy workplace by identifying preventative measures to reduce workplace injuries
* Support health and wellbeing initiatives and continuous improvement opportunities
* Manage claims and return to work services balancing individual recovery needs with organisational responsibilities
* Represent Bendigo Health at the Accident Compensation Conciliation Service (ACCS)
* Analyse data to inform recommendations on areas of improvement and change
Requirements:
* Tertiary qualification in occupational health and safety, human resources, or return to work management
* Return to Work Coordinator Certification
* Demonstrated knowledge of WIRC Act 2013 and OH&S Act 2004
* Experience working with professionals such as occupational rehabilitation providers and medical specialists
Benefits:
* Five weeks annual leave per annum
* Salary packaging
* Flexible work arrangements
* Health and wellbeing program
* Fitness Passport
* A highly supportive team environment
About Us:
Bendigo Health is a leader in regional healthcare, combining outstanding services with a strong education, training, and personal development culture.
We offer flexible working arrangements, salary packaging, and generous benefits to all staff.
Bendigo Health values diversity and inclusion and encourages people from diverse cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply.