AddressThe opportunity
As an experienced Work Health and Safety professional you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our people. Your expertise will ensure ReturnToWorkSA’s System of Safety is aligned with the principles and processes of ISO 45001, meets all legislative requirements and is effective in delivering on our risk appetite of zero harm for our employees. You will provide expert advice, build staff capability and lead the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.
The position
Reporting to the Manager Human Resource Services, this role serves as a pivotal position, acting as the subject matter expert and providing counsel to the business to help maintain a healthy and safe workplace.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop, implement, monitor and audit the Work Health and Safety Management System and ensure its continuous improvement.
- Assessment of risks and proposal of appropriate mitigation measures
- Ensure the organisation is legislatively compliant
- Act as an Advisor to the Health and Safety (HS) Committee, HS Representatives, First Aiders and Wardens.
- Build leader and employee capability in WHS best practices
This role will be a part-time position working 30 hours across 4 days a week.
About you
You will have a proven track record in WHS program implementation coupled with a thorough working knowledge of WHS Acts, Regulations, Codes of Practice and Australian Standards and the ability to interpret. You will be Return to Work Certified coupled with solid organisation skills and ability to prioritise to meet conflicting deadlines. Your strong communication skills will provide you with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders.
ReturnToWorkSA Profile
At ReturnToWorkSA, our purpose is to empower and support South Australians impacted by work injury. Our services and those delivered by our claims agents are designed to provide early intervention support to workers and employers following a work injury to ensure the worker can recover and return to work as quickly as possible.
Why join us?
Experience a workplace culture that rewards your contribution and provides the development and support to help you reach your potential. As well as offering competitive salaries with salary packaging options, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can genuinely make a difference to the lives of South Australians affected by work injury. At ReturnToWorkSA, you can expect a range of benefits including:
- An extensive wellbeing program
- access to a broad range of wellbeing seminars, webinars and information sessions
- a free onsite gym and bike storage
- annual flu vaccinations, skin checks, seasonal fruit and corporate cup challenge
- discounted corporate private health insurance
- and a proactive EAP provider
- Flexible work options including part time and working from home
- Access to learning and development programs to enhance your personal and professional skill set and career development
- Broad salary sacrificing options
- Modern offices with excellent amenities in the Adelaide CBD
Special requirements/Conditions
- Tertiary qualifications in Work, Health and Safety or extensive experience in this discipline
- Qualified Return to Work Coordinator
- Experience with Tableau or other reporting tools (desirable)
Further information
Candidates will also be assessed based on their ability to demonstrate personal and professional alignment with ReturnToWorkSA’s organisational values which are critical to our success: We care about people and sustainability; We are inclusive and innovative; We listen to understand; and We own our actions.
WHS Advisor PD - People and Communications - June 2024.docx
The total remuneration package for this position is between $90,940 - $95,656 (exclusive of superannuation). The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, skills and experiences.
How to apply
Please submit a cover letter demonstrating your key capabilities and experience supported by your current resume addressed to Steph Millard, Manager Human Resource Services. If you would like to discuss the position further, Rebecca Lawton, Recruitment Advisor can be contacted on 08 8233 2***.
Please note shortlisting and interviewing for this role will commence immediately so we strongly encourage all candidates to put forward your applications as soon as possible. The role may close early if a preferred candidate is identified.
Inclusion and acceptance
ReturnToWorkSA is an equal opportunity employer, valuing difference and embracing diversity and we promote flexible ways of working, applicants are encouraged to discuss any workplace adjustments that might be needed as well as the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Still not sure?
Research indicates that up to 60% of women and underrepresented groups may hesitate to proceed, even after completing a draft application. We firmly believe that diversity enhances the strength of every team, so even if you don’t tick all the boxes we still want to hear from you.
