Work Health and Safety Coordinator
Carpentaria
Darwin NT
Occupational Health and Safety (Human Resources and Recruitment)
Full time
110,000 to 114,983 + Super + Salary Packaging
How you match
Skills and credentials from the job description
Workplace Health and Safety
Emergency Management
Training Facilitation
About Carpentaria
Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing Disability and Therapy Services for children, adolescents and adults, through:
Allied Health therapy programs (including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology)
Independent Living programs
Pathways Program
Employment and Training
Specialist Disability Accommodation
We deliver innovative and flexible services to empower people to thrive and live a great life and are committed to a philosophy that respects the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their lives.
Purpose
The WHS and Emergency Management Coordinator is responsible for driving a proactive, operationally integrated approach to WHS and emergency management across Carpentaria. The role is not just responsible for administrative compliance but actively partnering with operational leaders to identify, assess and control risks in real-time service environments, and provide the independent on-the-ground verification for dispersed Supported Independent Living, Out of Home Care and community housing sites.
Ideal candidate
Formal WHS qualification at Diploma level or above.
Demonstrated experience in WHS specialist or coordinator role within a complex, high-risk service environment such as Disability, Out of Home Care or Community services.
Solid working knowledge of the Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Act 2011 (NT), associated Regulations and relevant Codes of Practice.
Demonstrated ability to work operationally, conducting site visits, delivering training and engaging directly with frontline staff and leaders.
Remuneration and benefits
A competitive remuneration and benefits package is on offer, including:
Competitive base salary package
Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to 6,400 additional salary) for part-time employees
5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits
Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
On site cafe and free parking
Work satisfaction to love what you do and why you do it!
Contacts and further information
For more information and the position description, or to have a confidential discussion, please contact Kirrily Freson,
Posted: 25-05-2026
Salary: 110,000 to 114,983