This pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading

Our client, in the public sector is seeking an experienced Manager, Injury & Wellness to join their team based in inner fringe of Melbourne CBD.

• 8 months contract with opportunity to extend
• Competitive hourly rate of $85 per hour plus super
• Excellent team culture - supportive and collaborative

Role Purpose:

As the Manager, Injury & Wellness, you will oversee the WorkCover Self-Insurance licence, manage early intervention programs, and support the return-to-work processes for both work and non-work-related injuries. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of injury management, fostering a healthy workplace, and ensuring compliance with legislation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Self-Insurance Management: Lead the management of the Self-Insurance licence, ensuring compliance with audits, returns, and reporting requirements.
• Injury & Claims Management: Oversee case management for work and non-work-related injuries, including WorkCover claims and return-to-work programs.
• Rehabilitation & Intervention: Drive quality outcomes through early intervention strategies and rehabilitation, proactively planning and executing solutions.
• Data Accuracy: Ensure the accurate recording and reporting of all injury management and claims data.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including workers, HR, safety teams, and legal advisors.
• Health & Wellness Strategy: Support the management of health, medical, and wellness programs to promote a healthy workplace.
• Legislative Updates: Stay informed of changes to legislation and their impact on processes and operations.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience with WorkCover and Self-Insurance Schemes.
• Strong background in Return-to-Work programs and related industrial issues.
• Proven ability to manage relationships at all levels within an organisation.
• Full driver's licence.

Leadership Behaviours:

• People Engagement: Influence team performance, succession planning, and resource management.
• Safety Leadership: Ensure safety and risk management targets are met, driving continuous improvement.
• Customer & Community Focus: Maintain high customer satisfaction and reputation scores through effective service delivery.
• Vision & Purpose: Inspire a shared vision, guiding the team towards strategic goals.
• Risk Management: Ensure proactive risk assessment and governance.

Personal Attributes:

• Professional Leadership: Inspire and lead through role-model behaviour, maintaining high standards of ethics and decision-making.
• High Energy & Drive: Able to take action and drive business results, while leading change.
• Effective Communicator: Strong relationship management, negotiation, and influencing skills across diverse stakeholders.
• Cultural Agent: Actively contribute to shaping a positive, safety-conscious workplace culture.

If you have a passion for creating safe and supportive work environments, possess strong leadership skills, and have a solid background in injury management and wellness programs, we want to hear from you!

To Apply:

Please click to apply and submit a copy of your resume. If you have any questions about the role, please email [email protected]