Senior Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor

About us

Founded by the Harry Perkins Institute, Linear Clinical Research is a world-leading clinical trials and medical research organisation and is at the forefront of human breakthroughs, contributing to scientific discovery. Our state-of the-art clinical trial centres based at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital and Joondalup are home to a wide range of medical and clinical teams with our corporate office based in Nedlands.

We are now looking for a Health, Safety and Wellbeing Lead to facilitate an implement a HSW framework across multiple work sites developing and managing robust health, safety and wellbeing strategies, policies, processes and procedures considering best practice and the operational needs of Linear.

Your role in our future

In this newly created part time role, you will work within our dynamic People and Culture team and take the helm in leading our workplace health, safety and wellbeing program. As the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Lead, you will play a pivotal role in fostering a strong health, safety and wellbeing culture through continuous improvement initiatives and the provision of expert guidance to staff, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for everyone.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• • Develop and maintain SMS and Plan and ensure the implementation and consistency of our approach to physical and psychological wellbeing and embed HSW standards.
  • Regularly review, monitor and report on progress against the HSW plan and maintain and monitor HSWS risk register.
  • Maintain all HSW standards, policies & procedures.
  • Encourage and assist prompt reporting of hazards and incidents and conduct incident investigations.
  • Provide assistance and support with risk assessments with clear guidance on practical risk reduction and evaluation to ensure the teams effectiveness in managing HSW risk.
  • Manage Workcover and the Return-to-Work programs.

Your experience

We're seeking an empathetic, driven individual with expertise in health, safety and wellbeing who will raise awareness. Give support and guidance around best practices. And work side-by-side to co-create a happier, safer and more energised workplace.

 Key capabilities for success in this role include:

• Extensive knowledge of relevant WHS Legislation, safety management systems and hazard management approaches.
• Recent and extensive experience in the management of workers compensation and rehabilitation cases.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement and relationship building capabilities with both internal and external parties.
• Demonstration of ability to incorporate health, safety and wellbeing requirements whilst considering commercially viable and practical solutions.
• Strong data analysis and risk assessment skills.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise and organise work to achieve goals and meet deadlines.

Our Culture

We encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to acquire knowledge and enhance skills; we embrace all employee differences and foster a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. We value our people and offer a generous range of benefits to support you to maintain a healthy work/life balance. These include:

• Extra annual leave, including over the Christmas period.
• Social events
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

How to Apply

If you are inspired to make a positive different and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please upload your CV and covering letter to our recruitment portal, closing date: 18th June 2024.

Linear encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. This includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse), the LGBTQI+ community, and people with disability. We value inclusivity and are committed to adjusting our recruitment process to ensure accessibility and support of an applicant's needs.