AddressHere at CBCity
The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council’s in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 21 key services incorporating childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents. We are an Award-Winning Council that is regarded as a Leader in the Sector including the most innovative company for 2021 and most progressive Council in 2022.
The role
CBCity has an exciting and rewarding opportunity for someone with previous Injury Management experience to join our Safety and Wellbeing team in both proactive and reactive physical health management. Using your previous Injury Management knowledge and allied health background, you will lead the continuous improvement of the physical health management and hazardous manual task practices. You will also provide advice and guidance on strategic Injury Management of high-risk injury in consultation with the Workers Compensation and Injury Management Officers.
Duties will include but not be limited to:
- Establish and maintain proactive communication with identified injured team members, their treating practitioners, and other stakeholders to facilitate recovery and return to work.
- Maintain the Workers Compensation claim file notes and identified Injury Management Plans.
- Develop and manage proactive physical health programs and projects to improve workplace practices and reduce musculoskeletal related injuries.
- Provide advice, education and training to staff to build musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) awareness within the organisation.
- Assist to develop contemporary risk management processes which will drive and facilitate an improved physical health culture.
- Build strong relationships with injured workers, Council teams and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication and implementation of initiatives.
*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.
You will have:
- Current C Class drivers’ licence.
- Relevant qualifications in allied health such as exercise physiology, physiotherapy, occupational therapy or occupational Injury Management.
- Relevant successful work experience in Injury Management, allied health, workers compensation and/or Safety.
- Ability to understand and apply Injury Management regulatory frameworks.
- Diploma of Risk Management or WHS, or previous experience in project management is desirable however not essential.
- Passion and motivation for improving the health and wellbeing of the workforce.
The salary range for this opportunity starts at $87,786 (Grade G, Step 1) + 11% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.
Click here to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade.
What’s on offer:
- An attractive remuneration package.
- Family friendly and flexible environment including regular work from home.
- Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
- Permanent Full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
- Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
- An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.
For more information, please contact Annette Celle (Manager Safety and Risk) at annette.celle@cbcity.nsw.gov.au
You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a:
- Resume; and
- Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.
Applications close Sunday, 10 March 2024
CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.
