About KARI Foundation

KARI Foundation is one of Australia’s leading Aboriginal not-for-profit organisations, dedicated to building strength in community, empowering families, and driving meaningful change through high-impact programs and partnerships.

Our work is grounded in cultural identity and community connection. As we continue to grow, we’re investing in our people — and this newly created role reflects our commitment to creating safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplaces where wellbeing is prioritised.

Benefits and Perks

Competitive salary of $113,000 per annum, including leave loading

Salary packaging up to $15,900 to increase your take-home pay

Newly created position — shape the role, systems and strategy from day one

Work with a values-led, culturally grounded organisation with real impact

National role supporting teams across NSW, QLD and VIC

Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities

Supportive team culture where safety and wellbeing are truly prioritised

About the Role

This is a strategic, hands-on position responsible for leading and embedding WHS and injury management best practice across our national footprint.

As KARI’s first dedicated WHS & IM Specialist, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing frameworks, guiding policy development, and fostering a safety-first culture that aligns with both legislative requirements and our deep cultural values.

You’ll work closely with the CEO, KARI Executive, Managers and staff across all states, while also liaising with external partners to ensure best-in-class workplace safety and wellbeing outcomes.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation and monitoring of WHS and injury management frameworks

Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, codes of practice, and internal standards

Conduct investigations into incidents and support implementation of corrective actions

Manage early intervention, injury management and return-to-work processes

Deliver psychosocial risk assessments and coordinate controls

Provide regular WHS reporting, analysis and governance updates

Coordinate internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives

Develop and deliver WHS training and communications across the organisation

Maintain WHS systems in collaboration with leadership and external providers

Requirements

Current NSW Working with Children Check (Paid Worker)

National Criminal Record Check

Valid Australian Driver’s Licence (minimum Provisional 2 or equivalent)

Skills and Experience

Tertiary qualifications in Work Health and Safety or a related field

Proven experience in WHS and injury management in a complex, multi-site organisation

Strong understanding of WHS legislation, risk management and compliance frameworks

Demonstrated ability to lead investigations and implement preventative strategies

Experience delivering WHS training and building safety capability across teams

Confident communicator with the ability to influence across all levels

Highly organised, self-driven, and capable of working autonomously

Ability to balance strategic oversight with hands-on implementation

This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a newly created national role and build a meaningful safety legacy. If you're ready to shape culture and lead with purpose, apply today. For further information or to request a full job description, please contact Max Tuffano on (02) 8782 0300 or via email: [email protected].