Work Health and Safety Field Officer

At St John NT, we are committed to making a difference in the lives of Territorians through high-quality community care, emergency response, and health services. We’re proud of our strong values – Respect, Integrity, Collaboration and Empathy – which guide everything we do.

ABOUT THE ROLE

St John NT is currently seeking a Work Health and Safety Field Officer to join its People and Culture team. The role encompasses a variety of responsibilities, including conducting audits and inspections, managing emergency protocols, and handling hazardous materials and dangerous goods. A successful WHS officer will demonstrate excellent communication skills and problem-solving capabilities to foster and uphold a safe working environment.

The selected candidate will be tasked with, but not limited to, the following responsibilities:

• Overseeing and managing St John NT’s chemical database system, which includes conducting risk assessments and ensuring the safe use of chemicals.
• Performing hazard identification, incident investigations, corrective actions, workplace inspections, and risk assessment activities, including necessary reviews.
• Assisting in the rollout of new policies and procedures throughout St John NT.
• Proactively identifying and recommending improvements to work practices and outcomes.
• Conducting workplace inspections and internal audits while ensuring compliance with incident reporting and investigation processes.

ABOUT YOU

• Ideally hold a Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety or an equivalent qualification
• 1–3 years of relevant industry experience
• Proficient in computer applications, including Microsoft Office, databases, and various software packages
• Strong background in HRIS and other HR tools

This position will require some travel to some of our regional locations.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Competitive Salary.
• 6 week's annual leave.
• Salary packaging of $15,899 plus entertainment benefits of $2650 available.
• A range of wellness initiatives such as flu vaccination, discounted health insurance, mental and general well-being dedicated employee assistance program for employees of St John NT and their immediate family members.
• Physical Fitness Reimbursement.
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading.

This is your chance to make a difference, join a dynamic organisation committed to supporting our community.

St John NT is a child-safe organisation and is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and well-being of all young people. All employment appointments are subject to holding a valid working with children check and successful police check.

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