Address- Duration: Initially a 3-month contract, with potential for extension.
- Location: Local Government office just north of Melbourneâs CBD, close to public transport.
- Role: Assist in meeting OHS obligations and implementing safe work practices, policies, and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in meeting OHS obligations and implementing safe work practices, policies, and procedures.
- Support the strategic direction of OHS practices and project implementation in conjunction with the Unit Manager, HR, Safety & Wellbeing.
- Maintain and enhance the OHS system to promote consultative processes and improve safety performance.
- Ensure OHS compliance under relevant legislation, including the OHS Act and Regulations, in collaboration with the Unit Manager, HR, Safety & Wellbeing.
- Promote a healthy and safe work culture to reduce and prevent workplace injuries.
- Tertiary qualification in OHS or a related discipline.
- Extensive experience in an OHS role or within a similar organizational setting.
- Ability to interpret and apply OHS legislation according to industry best practices.
- Experience conducting worksite inspections, risk assessments, and OHS audits, and monitoring compliance with safety plans and statutory requirements.
- Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to influence managers and staff to improve OHS performance.
- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
- Proficient in writing reports and correspondence, researching data, problem-solving, and providing alternative solutions.
- Experience working collaboratively within a team-based culture.
- Opportunity to gain experience within Local Government.
- Work for an innovative and community-focused organization.
- Hybrid working model.
