Business Services, East Arnhem Regional Health Service

About the role

Join NT Health’s East Arnhem team in a vital role supporting regional emergency management (EM) and work health and safety (WHS) compliance. This position provides high-level advice and coordination to ensure the region is prepared for emergency events and maintains a safe and compliant workplace aligned with legislation and NT Health policies.

Lead regional coordination of emergency preparedness and WHS compliance

Provide expert guidance to managers and staff on WHS strategies and solutions

Maintain business continuity planning across the East Arnhem Regional Health Service

Support inter-agency coordination during emergency events and monitor situational reporting tools

Foster collaborative relationships to enhance safety and emergency response outcomes

Coordinate and deliver training in emergency and aggression management procedures

Ensure documentation, planning, and advice meets high legislative and operational standards

Skills & Experience

Essential

Demonstrated experience coordinating emergency management and WHS systems in large organisations

Strong knowledge of legislation relating to EM and WHS

Ability to independently draft, review and finalise high-quality documentation, plans and procedures

Highly developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills across diverse groups

Proactive problem-solver with sound judgement and ability to recommend effective solutions

Skilled in managing complex situations, prioritising tasks, and contributing to operational planning

Experience delivering WHS, emergency management, and business continuity training

Desirable

Tertiary qualifications or equivalent work experience in emergency management and WHS