WHS Advisor – Permanent Opportunity
We are proud to partner with a purpose-driven organisation in the aged care sector to recruit an experienced and proactive WHS Advisor. This is a key permanent opportunity where you will lead workplace health and safety initiatives, support return-to-work processes, and influence a strong, safety-first culture across the organisation.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Executive Manager, People & Culture, this full-time position plays a central role in maintaining compliance, minimising risk, and building engagement around WHS best practice. You’ll lead the organisation’s WHS framework, champion continuous improvement, and act as a trusted advisor to leaders and staff alike.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and continuously review WHS management systems, policies, and procedures in alignment with legislative requirements, aged care standards, and industry best practice.
• Coordinate the WHS Committee, conduct risk assessments, safety audits, and manage incident investigations.
• Manage end-to-end Return-to-Work (RTW) coordination, including complex cases, while maintaining positive employee outcomes and engagement.
• Deliver WHS training to staff and managers, including tailored manual handling sessions.
• Prepare and present professional WHS documentation such as compliance reports, audits, and risk analyses for senior leadership.
• Work closely with facility managers and HR teams to embed a proactive safety culture across all sites.
• Provide expert guidance on WHS legislation, the Fair Work Act, and aged care-specific compliance.

About You:

• Demonstrated experience in WHS and RTW coordination, ideally within aged care, healthcare, or similarly regulated environments.
• Qualifications in Work Health & Safety, Return-to-Work Coordination, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Strong experience managing complex return-to-work cases, including psychological/stress-related claims.
• High-level communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and educate.
• Skilled in developing policies, procedures, and delivering training initiatives.
• Empathetic and people-focused, with a genuine commitment to employee wellbeing.
• Exposure to broader People & Culture functions is advantageous.

Benefits:

• Based in the Camden region.
• Competitive salary package circa $110K–$120K + 11.5% super.
• Onsite parking provided.
• Supportive leadership team and a workplace culture that values safety, respect, and collaboration.
• A broad, hands-on role with the opportunity to drive real impact in a meaningful sector.