Reporting to the Manager, People & Culture, you will play a key role in fostering a strong safety culture within the Council. You will be responsible for providing coaching and guidance across all Council areas, ensuring the effective implementation and maintenance of Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) systems, accountabilities, programs, and plans, as directed by the WHS Business Partner. This includes supporting both employees and their supervisors in managing the Return-to-Work process following work-related or non-work-related injuries.

This is a fixed term position until December 2025.

The right person will have skills and experience in the following:

A tertiary qualification in Work Health and Safety or working towards completion

LGAWCS Certificate for Return to Work or willingness to undertake training

Internal audit qualification and or experience or willing to undertake training

Experience in WHS risk assessment and hazard management particularly in both an outdoor and indoor operational environment

Knowledge and understanding of legislation, guidelines and standards relevant to the area of operation

Experience in the management of a Training Needs Analysis and Training Plan, as well as an understanding of competency assessments

Experience in Return-to-Work case management.

Experience in the development of operational procedures (e.g. Safe Operating Procedures, Safe Work Instructions, Safe Work Method Statements)

What we offer:

Flexible working options

Career development opportunities

Health and wellbeing programs

Attractive and competitive remuneration

Recognition of achievements

Employee Assistance Program

To enquire and apply:

To find out more about the role contact Linda Gentilcore, Manager, People & Culture on 8229 9912.

Head to www.holdfastbaycareers.com.au to review the Position Description before you submit your application.

Email the following to [email protected]:

Your Resume

A cover letter of up to 2 pages, telling us about yourself and how your qualifications, experience and skills relate to this role

Please quote reference no. 46/24.1 on your application.

Previous applicants do not need to apply again.

Candidates will be required to undertake DHS Screening.