Address- A work environment that supports holistic approach to safety, health, wellbeing
- Build and sustain partnerships to deliver services in line with legislation
- Work collaboratively and engage with stakeholders
• Providing expert WS advice that supports the Department to fulfil its legislated obligations under the relevant Acts and Regulations, standards and Codes of Practice.
• Leading the WS Business Partners in supporting Managers to identify, assess and control workplace hazards and risks effectively through an integrated risk management approach.
• Building the capacity of leaders in risk management, WS consultation, issue resolution, performance measurement AND SAFETY leadership.
• Providing WS advice in the development of Divisional strategies, advocating for an approach to eliminate, or minimise as far as reasonably practical, WS risks to the department.
• Monitor current and potential WS risks and hazards in the workplace, participating in Divisional / business unit level hazard assessments and assisting to develop controls for identified hazards. Special Conditions Special Conditions National Police Check required.
Some out of hours work may be required.
Relevant qualifications in work health AND SAFETYDemonstrate extensive knowledge and practicable application of the Work Health and Safety Act 2012 and associated regulations.
Role Status: Ongoing.
Essential Qualifications:
WHS qualifications at a tertiary standard and/or extensive equivalent experience in a Wellbeing and Safety environment.
Our People and Partnerships team partner with leaders to provide efficient, solution-focused, and innovative people services which support the department to deliver strategies, programs and services that improve the WELLBEING AND SAFETY of South Australians.
DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring thefull diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and TorresStrait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people,culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process.If you require assistance with this process,please contact us at and a member of the team will get back to you.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time.Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring toour workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/orneurodivergent people to thrive in.
Application Instructions Resume and Cover LetterYou are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages, addressing how your skills and experience align with the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form. For more information about applying, refer to ourJob Application Guide
Screening ChecksIf you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check,which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via theSouth Australia Police or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body .
If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS,including periodic assessment during your employment.
