Company description:

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action

Job description:

The Injury Management Advisor is responsible for providing guidance and support to the department in the management of work and non-work-related injuries and illness. This position has a key role in assisting managers and employees with claims management and return to work, as well as engaging in early intervention and contributing to and supporting continuous improvement in injury prevention and management.

The Injury Management Advisor will have excellent verbal and written communication skills and will work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders, including People and Culture Business Partners, Managers, and other areas of the business in relation to workers compensation, early intervention, return to work, and injury management.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Demonstrated technical knowledge and experience in Injury Management including the management of WorkCover claims, non-work related injuries and illness including return to work planning.
• Demonstrated experience using an injury claims management system (SOLV experience highly regarded).
• WorkSafe Victoria Return to Work Coordinator course accreditation is mandatory.
• A minimum of five years' experience in Injury Management is desirable.
• Experience and knowledge of the legislative obligations of the employer and employees under the Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2013 (WIRC Act).

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

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Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday, 09 September 2025.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.