The successful candidate will be responsible for enhancing HSW knowledge among teams, ensuring that they have the information, tools and support they need to manage positive HSW outcomes. This includes investigating and resolving safety-related incidents, working with trainers to develop and implement mandatory safety training, and advising on the development and effectiveness of safety-related policies and procedures.
About the Role:
In this permanent full-time position, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our workplace culture and ensuring that our workplace remains safe and healthy. You will work closely with our managers and staff to develop and implement Work Health and Safety policies and procedures that meet organisational requirements.
Main Responsibilities:
* Enhance HSW knowledge among teams by informing, educating, mentoring, coaching and supporting the advancement of HSW practices and zero harm
* Investigate and resolve safety-related incidents within organisational KPI timeframes, including implementation of recommendations and corrective actions to minimise re-occurrences
* Work with trainers to ensure mandatory safety related training takes place and advise on the development and effectiveness of the training
* Provide expertise on Work Health and Safety matters to managers and staff, including advice on risk assessment and mitigation strategies
Requirements:
* Tertiary Qualification in Work Health and Safety
* A detailed understanding of audit and certification processes
* Qualification or relevant experience in using and completing WHS specific investigation methods and tools, such as the ICAM methodology
* Must demonstrate a high degree of accuracy and be detail oriented
* A detailed understanding or willingness to learn about the National Disability Insurance Scheme, the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Practice Standards, the Quality Indicators and a comprehensive understanding of the Reportable Incidents Scheme
* Adept in influencing, relationship building and stakeholder management skills
* Well-developed written and oral communication adaptable to the specific needs of individuals or groups - including liaison, negotiation, and the ability to create professional standard reports
* Experience in developing decision-making insights and persuasive presentations to senior stakeholders
* Skilled at navigating a complex organisation, forging relationships, and managing through influence rather than direct authority as required
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with demonstrated ability to work independently to organise and prioritise workload, handle multiple tasks and work efficiently and effectively to deadlines and respond to multiple and diverse stakeholders
* Well-developed computer skills – MS Word, MS Excel, Power Point; SharePoint, Office 365, including the capacity to learn new systems
* Empathetic and compassionate, with a keen understanding of diverse experiences
* Hold current or willingness to obtain relevant regulatory requirements (as per role and/or State)
* A current Australian driver's licence, good driving record and the ability to travel Nationally as required
Benefits:
* Salary Packaging: Access to salary packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses and additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax-free
* Fitness Passport: Access to subsidised Gym membership
* Employee Assistance Program: Free confidential service including Money Assist, Legal Assist, Family Assist and Nutrition/Lifestyle Assist
* Discounted Health Insurance: Access to a range of discounted health and wellness services through Bupa
* Recognition & Rewards: Recognition for your hard work through BRAVE Reviews and our annual BRAVE Awards night
* Job Satisfaction: Through making a real difference in peoples' lives within a values-driven organisation