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SalaryAustralia's leading provider of outsourced correctional servicesExciting Collaborative Full-time roleA salary of $114,000 per annum, plus super is on offerAbout the OpportunityWe have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and qualified Occupational Health Safety and Rehabilitation Specialist who is seeking a new challenge.Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, you will be required to manage all aspects of health and safety. The OHS&R Specialist works collaboratively to lead, plan and drive WHS compliance within the workplace as well as oversee the injury management / return to work program in liaison with our workers compensation insurer.You will be responsible for:
- Monitoring policies and procedures to ensure that appropriate risk measures are in place, in line with current legislative requirements and revised industry and/or regulatory updates;
- Developing, implementing and promoting safety management initiatives, including the identification of areas for improvement for the effective on-going success of the initiatives;
- Evaluating and providing recommendations to improve safety operational efficiency and cost effectiveness;
- Providing advice and support to managers, teams, contractors and other key stakeholders on all WHS requirements;
- Enabling, guiding and supporting management and staff to meet safety obligations and KPIs, including risk assessments;
- Conducting audits, investigations, risk assessments and reviewing and recording all related information in Elumina;
- Liaising with relevant parties on findings of assessments and follow-up corrective actions required;
- Collaborating with training specialists to ensure appropriate training is delivered and staff have the mandatory skills required to perform their roles;
- Providing leadership to the Work Health and Safety Committee;
- Recognising staff performing and continuously improving safety practices;
- Developing and conducting educational and training programs for staff in relation to injury management and occupational rehabilitation; and
- Ensuring professional confidentiality is always maintained.
- A minimum of Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety, with higher level qualifications being well regarded;
- Current and proven experience in a similar role, preferably manufacturing, construction or related industry;
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of the Australian Workplace Health and Safety legislation, regulations and codes of practice;
- Previous experience conducting audits, investigations and risk assessments;
- The ability to work with statistical information and prepare relevant reports; and
- Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- A safe working environment
- Flexibility
- An opportunity to work in a progressive service delivery environment
- Continuous skills and professional development opportunities
- Competitive salaries
