Workplace Health Safety & Wellbeing Specialist

We have an amazing opportunity for an inspiring and passionate Workplace Health and Safety professional to encourage, equip and enable a safety focused culture. As our dedicated WHS Risk & Wellness Specialist, you will be the heart of our commitment to fostering a culture of safety and wellness across our Synod, ensuring a secure and supportive environment for our ministry agents, staff, volunteers, and committees. 

Role Overview: 

As WHS Risk & Wellness Specialist, you will be instrumental in developing and implementing a comprehensive Synod wellbeing program. Your expertise will guide the creation of initiatives focused on education, support, and guidance, promoting a positive and proactive approach to Workplace Health, safety, and overall wellness. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead the coordination of Workers Compensation, Rehabilitation, the Safety and Accident Prevention Program (SAAPP), and other wellness initiatives, ensuring compliance and best practices. 
• Conduct WHS risk assessments, identifying and implementing risk improvement strategies to enhance safety standards across the Synod. 
• Drive Synod wide Wellness Strategy and targeted programs that will help to reduce risk in relation to staff and ministry agent’s wellness and shape behavioural change
• Monitor and promote positive safety performance indictors and build individual capabilities to encourage and motivate business leaders to actively maintain safe work environments and safe people. 
• Identify trends and issues impacting Health & Safety and provide operational guidance, technical expertise and support to address issues with relevant stakeholders. 
• Facilitate effective communication and consultation on safety and wellness matters, ensuring a collaborative approach to health and safety issues. 
• Champion the development of a positive safety culture, encouraging proactive risk awareness and management throughout the organisation. 

Why Join Us? 

Impactful Work: Your contributions will directly influence the well-being and safety of our diverse community, making a meaningful difference in the lives of many. 

Supportive Environment: You will be part of a team that values collaboration, respect, and empathy, with a strong emphasis on mutual support and professional growth. 

Purpose-Driven Organisation: Join an organisation where your work aligns with a greater mission, embodying values of care, safety, and community welfare. 

Employee Benefits:

• Onsite café and gym
• Free off-street parking at the office
• 17.5% Annual Leave loading
• Employee Culture Club Activities
• Paid Parental Leave
• Extra Day off at Christmas

About You: 

• You possess a deep understanding of WHS regulations and have a proven track record of implementing successful health and safety programs.
• You have studied Tertiary qualifications in Workplace Health & Safety or related discipline, and are or have the ability to obtain accreditation as a Workplace Health & Safety Officer  
• Your analytical skills enable you to effectively identify risks and develop strategic solutions to mitigate them. 
• Excellent communication skills are one of your strengths, capable of engaging with diverse stakeholders and fostering a culture of safety and awareness. 
• You are motivated by a desire to contribute to a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace, demonstrating a commitment to the well-being of others. 

Join Our Mission: 

If you are a dedicated WHS professional seeking to leverage your skills within a supportive and mission-driven organisation, we invite you to apply for the WHS Risk & Wellness Specialist position with the Uniting Church of Australia, Queensland Synod. This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping a culture of safety and wellness, impacting the lives of those within our community positively. 

How to Apply:

Please submit your application, including a cover letter and resume, detailing your experience and how you can contribute to our mission of promoting a safe and healthy workplace.  

Applications will be reviewed as received. 

Enquiries in relation to the position can be made directly to Struan Robertson via ***************@ucaqld.com.au 

If you are a culturally & linguistically diverse, living with a disability, or returning to the workforce after a period of time off raising children, we recognise you are less likely to apply for this position, however we strongly consider those who can meet most of the above and have a great work ethic to formalise their application.  

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