Ergonomics & Workplace Safety Consultant (Physio/OT)

Central Adelaide Local Health Network; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport discounts

Professional development allowance

Flexible work options

Job summary

Central Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking a WorkFit Services Consultant in Adelaide CBD. If you're a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist, you'll assess fitness for work, deliver manual task training and advise on ergonomic workplace design, partnering with clients across industries.

Join CALHN's WorkFit Services team to translate clinical expertise into practical safety solutions, supported by a collaborative network and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy with AHPRA registration.
• Experience in manual tasks, ergonomics, and workplace injury rehabilitation.
• Strong communication skills to engage people with diverse needs.
• Knowledge of work health and safety legislation and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Assess fitness for work and recommend practical ways to support safe participation.
• Deliver engaging manual task training and inductions that build confidence and safer habits.
• Help prevent and manage musculoskeletal injuries through tailored interventions.
• Advise on ergonomic workplace design, equipment selection and work practices.
• Build trusted relationships with clients to understand challenges and develop workable solutions.

Skills

Manual tasks

Ergonomics

Injury rehab

Training delivery

Communication skills

Education

Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy degree

AHPRA registration

Job description

Central Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking a WorkFit Services Consultant in Adelaide CBD. If you're a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist, you'll assess fitness for work, deliver manual task training and advise on ergonomic workplace design, partnering with clients across industries.

Join CALHN's WorkFit Services team to translate clinical expertise into practical safety solutions, supported by a collaborative network and opportunities for professional development.