AddressBrighter Futures Start Here
We are an inclusive team who power two of the most iconic and loved brands, Kmart and Target. We have more than 50,000 passionate individuals across our stores, distribution centres, and offices around the globe. With our brands touching the lives of almost two million customers every week, you'll feel the impact of the work you'll do every day. Join our team in our unwavering promise to make everyday living brighter by providing great value products at the best prices for Australian and New Zealand families.
As a leader in the retail market, we're optimistic about our future and yours. We're changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you'll be proud of.
Join the team
Join Kmart Group as our Injury and Wellbeing Team Leader, where you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the health and safety of our valued employees. Reporting directly to the National Manager - Injury and Wellbeing, you will lead a dedicated team of Injury and Wellbeing Advisors, overseeing the implementation of our comprehensive injury prevention and wellness programs.
As a key member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the wellbeing of our employees across our extensive network of stores!
The preferred location for this role is Melbourne; however, we are open to considering remote work from other States for the right candidate.
What you'll be doing:
As an Injury and Wellbeing Team Leader working at Kmart Group, you will:
- Directing the Injury & Wellbeing Advisors (IWAs) to maintain uniformity in implementing the Injury & Wellbeing program across all Kmart and Target store locations.
- Oversight and evaluation of management strategies' efficacy, with a focus on continuous enhancement across the Workers' Compensation portfolios in Australia and New Zealand.
- Spearheading projects aimed at enhancing the Kmart Groups workplace Health & Safety Program continuously, with the goal of reducing injuries and claims costs.
- Partnering with external entities to ensure the provision of suitable treatment, services, and support for return-to-work matters.
- Collaborate with legal teams regarding workers' compensation claims, including those related to common law and impairment benefits, spanning multiple states and territories.
- Provide coaching, guidance, and consultation to Injury and Wellbeing Advisors (IWAs) and claims teams regarding injury management strategies, policies, and procedures.
- Upskill Managers at Stores/Distribution Centers in injury management and prevention best practices.
- Enable effective claims and injury management strategies to be implemented on all claims to reduce workers' compensation premium costs and managing a small portfolio of claims.
- Develop and coach the Injury & Wellbeing Advisors into a high performing team with exceptional workers compensation results.
To be successful in this role you will:
- Demonstrate a genuine commitment to improving the wellbeing of employees within the organization
- Hold a Bachelor's degree in an allied health field such as Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, Psychology, or Nursing, or possess a related qualification.
- Exhibit exceptional leadership abilities with proven experience in effectively leading and managing teams of allied health professionals.
- Exposure to a self-insurance scheme and a solid understanding of national workers compensation legislation across both Australia and New Zealand.
- Have a solid grasp of best-practice healthcare and rehabilitation standards to ensure the delivery of high-quality services.
- Have experience in developing and conducting training programs related to return-to-work policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate proficiency in auditing rehabilitation case files and providing coaching to improve outcomes.
- Possess experience in utilizing Case Management software for return-to-work purposes, preferably SolvInjury (formerly InjuryConnect).
- Have experience collaborating with legal teams on matters related to workers' compensation claims across multiple states and territories.
Benefits we'll offer you:
- Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy, spending 60% of your week in our National Office
- A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Bunnings, and Officeworks
- A free OnePass membership offering free delivery across Kmart, Target & Catch on eligible products
- Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health - with over 60 suppliers!
- We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why everyone gets the opportunity to participate in a bonus program
- Free onsite parking when you're required to come into the office
- We offer inclusive parental leave, a family room and ongoing support offered though our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances
- A dynamic learning and support program
- Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor
- In-house café that serves breakfast, lunch and includes a collaborative space to work in
- A reflection room that can be used for prayer, meditation, or time for you
- A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes
- Regular product sample sales with loads of discounted items to purchase
- Wesfarmers is Kmart's parent company and each year eligible employees can elect to purchase shares through a salary sacrifice arrangement
- Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group
A place you can belong
At Kmart, we celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate and are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe irrespective of your gender, ethnicity, indigeneity, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.
We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to be their best, when applying for a role or working at Kmart. We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing diversity@kmart.com.au
If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you - apply now!
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