This is a Permanent Full-Time appointment.

About us

The Mental Health Commission (Commission) is working to establish mental health, alcohol and other drug systems that meet the needs of Western Australia’s population and deliver quality outcomes for individuals and their families. The Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency.

The Commission commissions, provides and partners in the delivery of:

• Person-centred and evidence-based prevention, promotion and early intervention programs;
• Treatment, services and supports; and
• Research, policy and system improvements

If you would like to work for an organisation that offers great working conditions and is making a difference in the community, then consider a career with the Commission.

About you and the role

We are looking for enthusiastic and dynamic applicants for the role of Health Safety and Wellness Consultant.

Sitting within the People and Culture Directorate, the Work Health and Safety (WHS) unit provides support and advice in relation to all matters relating to health, safety and wellness at the Commission.

The Health Safety and Wellness Consultant provides technical and administrative coordination, as well as contemporary, best-practice and practical advice and support on all WHS matters at the Commission, including effective WHS consultation, risk management, monitoring and reporting. This role builds and establishes strong and collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, educating and assisting them to understand and meet their WHS responsibilities.

Subject to your position, work area and Industrial Award/Agreement, Commission employees may access a range of benefits including:

• Study leave/assistance
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Extensive employee wellness program
• Flexible working hours including flexible start/finish times
• Leadership and professional development programs
• A competitive, award-based salary

Further information about the position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).

Further Opportunities

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Suitable applicants may be considered for other similar vacancies within 12 months of applicants being notified of the recruitment decision.

To find out more about the Commission and what we have to offer, click here.

About your application

You will be assessed against the selection criteria of the position, as outlined in the JDF.

You will also need to show us how your skills and experience match your ability to work in a way that reflects our values - Honesty, Engagement, Accountability, Respect and Togetherness.

A current (within 12 months) National Criminal History Check will be required prior to commencement of employment.

For further information about this position contact Jacinta Yeomans, A/Principal Health Safety and Wellness Advisor on 08 6553 0399 or via email: [email protected] or Marilo Ibay, Human Resource Officer on 08 6553 0266 or via email: [email protected].

Submitting Your Application

For your written application please provide the following:

1. a maximum 4 page CV outlining your employment history and achievements relevant to this position.
2. a maximum 2 page statement addressing the selection criteria of this role as outlined in the JDF.

Late applications will not be accepted. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your participation in the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] to discuss how we can best assist you.