WH&S Coordinator - Rockhampton

Summary about this job

Detail information about job WH&S Coordinator - Rockhampton. Terms and conditions vacancy

• $$$! - Take advantage of great salary packaging benefits
• Support! - Join a small but dedicated People & Culture Team
• Opportunity - Join LiveBetter as we expand and make this role your own!

• Permanent part-time role based in Rockhampton
• Be challenged - Develop & implement a comprehensive organisation wide WHS/Risk framework
• Be rewarded - Be part of a not for profit organisation, contribute to the greater good

About LiveBetter Community Services

LiveBetter Community Services are one of the largest regionally based providers of community services in Eastern Australia. We strive to enable the people of regional Australia to live their best lives. We know that our staff are our greatest asset. 

So, what can we offer you?

• Opportunity! - Build on your career using your sound WHS and Return to Work knowledge within a small but effective team.
• Support! - Join an experienced & professional People & Culture team.
• $$$! - Take advantage of great salary packaging benefits.
• Satisfaction! – Use your experience in Workplace Health & Safety to show you really care for our people.
• Enjoyment! - A varied, challenging and rewarding role making a difference in the day to day work lives of our staff and customers

About the Role

The primary function of the WHS Co-ordinator is to support the WHS/Risk Manager in the development and implementation of a comprehensive Workplace Health, Safety and Risk Management framework for LiveBetter.  This includes identifying business needs from a Workplace Health, Safety and Risk Management perspective, review of existing Workplace Health and Safety programs and tools, and assisting in the development and implementation of a new framework.  This includes workplace health and safety systems, policies, procedures and vendors and encompasses safety, workers compensation and health and wellbeing.

Some core responsibilities of the role include:

• Assist in the development and implementation of Workplace Health and Safety strategy in line with the broader LiveBetter people strategy.
• Work with the HR team and service teams to gain an understanding of business strategy as it relates to Workplace Health and Safety needs, develop and deliver ad-hoc WH&S requirements.
• Management of Workers Compensation Claims and Return to Work.
• Assist in the development of and establish a new workplace health and safety framework including for ongoing implementation by the HR team and service teams.
• Support the WHS/Risk Manager across Workplace Health and Safety deliverables.
• Conduct workplace investigations, meetings, evacuation drills and workshops.

Please see attached position description for further information regarding role and responsibilities.

What LiveBetter needs from you

We would love to hear from you if you are a professional and caring person who is prepared to embrace our values of Integrity, Respect, Cooperation, Empowerment and Excellence in your day to day work life. To convince us that you are the best person for the job, please tell us how you meet the following selection criteria.

• Minimum qualification Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety.
• Accredited & experienced Return to Work Co-ordinator.
• At least three years’ experience in a Workplace Health and Safety role.
• Experience in the management of workers compensation claims and the development of suitable duties plans.
• An understanding of and ability to apply current workplace health and safety legislation, standards, guidelines and risk management principles.
• Experience in the development and implementation of new Workplace Health and Safety tools and programs.
• Expert knowledge of current trends and best practice in Workplace Health and Safety management.
• Ability to gather and analyse information from a range of sources and formulate effective pragmatic Workplace Health and Safety solutions to meet business requirements.
• Competency in workplace investigations, problem solving and decision making.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently on multiple activities, prioritise and adapt to changing conditions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to be an active team member.
• Drivers Licence and the ability and willingness to travel, including some overnight stays.

Desirable:

• Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment or capacity to obtain.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor managers on people matters and provoke positive change in people development.

You will also be required to pass a National Criminal Record, Qld Blue Card and a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screening.

To apply for this role, you must provide as part of the online application process:

• A cover letter that addresses each of the above mentioned selection criteria; AND
• An up to date copy of your resume.

Closing date: Sunday 5 August 2018
 

Enquiries: Chris Savva – WHS / Risk Manager 02 6394 8310

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