Health, Safety And Wellbeing Advisor

Council Jobs; Leongatha; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rostered Days Off

Training and development

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Flu vaccinations and health checks

gym memberships (discounted)

Social Club

Career path variety

Mentoring and coaching

Employee Assistance Program

Additional leave options

Job summary

South Gippsland Shire Council is seeking a Health, Safety & Wellbeing professional to provide specialist advice, conduct investigations, and drive safety improvements across the organisation. The role covers risk assessments, site audits, emergency management, and policy development within an integrated HSW system.

The successful candidate will hold a WHS qualification (Cert IV or Diploma), demonstrate strong communication with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to a safe, compliant workplace

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a Health, Safety & Wellbeing (HSW) role.
• Certificate IV or Diploma in WHS or equivalent experience.
• Proven ability to develop and improve HSW systems.
• Experience conducting safety investigations and audits.
• Strong understanding of Victoria OHS legislation and compliance.
• Excellent data, reporting and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist HSW advice across the organisation.
• Conduct incident and hazard reporting and root cause analysis.
• Perform risk assessments, site audits and inspections.
• Coordinate emergency management systems and drills.
• Develop and improve HSW policies and SSOW within the system.

Skills

HSW advice

Incident reporting

Root cause analysis

Hazard reporting

Site audits

Stakeholder engagement

Data management

WHS legislation

Education

WHS qualification (Cert IV or Diploma)

Job description

• Band 6 - $94,663.33 + 12% Superannuation
• Based at various locations across the Shire

The role includes a range of responsibilities such as:

• Provide specialist HS&W advice and guidance across the organisation
• Conduct incident and hazard reporting, safety investigations including root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Conduct risk assessments, site audits and inspections to identify and monitor hazards
• Coordinate and maintain emergency management systems, including signage, procedures, warden/first aid registers and evacuation drills.
• Assist in developing, reviewing and improving HS&W policies, procedures, Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), and the HS&W management system

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Full Time - Ongoing
• Band 6 - $94,663.33 + 12% Superannuation
• Based at various locations across the Shire

The role includes a range of responsibilities such as:

• Provide specialist HS&W advice and guidance across the organisation
• Conduct incident and hazard reporting, safety investigations including root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Conduct risk assessments, site audits and inspections to identify and monitor hazards
• Coordinate and maintain emergency management systems, including signage, procedures, warden/first aid registers and evacuation drills.
• Assist in developing, reviewing and improving HS&W policies, procedures, Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), and the HS&W management system

ABOUT YOU

To succeed in this role you will have :

• Demonstrated experience in a Health, Safety & Wellbeing (HS&W) role, providing specialist advice across a diverse organisation.
• Relevant WHS qualification (Certificate IV or Diploma) and/or extensive equivalent experience in a similar role.
• Proven ability to develop, implement and continuously improve HS&W systems, including effective use of technology to enhance safety outcomes.
• Experience conducting safety investigations, audits and workplace inspections
• Sound understanding of Victoria OHS legislation and compliance requirements, with the ability to apply these in a practical workplace environment.
• Strong organisational, analytical and administrative skills, with experience managing data, systems and reporting accurately and effectively
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and engage a wide range of stakeholders

ABOUT US

South Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values based leadership.
We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community.

Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep.

Our values – Accountability, Customer Focus and Excellence – are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US!

• Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements
• Rostered Days Off offered forfull time roles
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• South Gippsland is an organisation that is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We offer flexibility and a welcoming work environment
• Enjoy a variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks, discounted gym memberships and Social Club
• Diverse range of exciting career paths in full time, part time or casual positions
• Mentoring, coaching and secondments
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Annual Enterprise Agreement salary increments
• Family Violence Support and Leave Provisions

CLOSING DATE

Applications close 11.59 PM Wednesday 4 November

CONTACT

Enquiries to:Charles Pearce - Coordinator of Health Safety and Wellbeing on 0456 945 ***

All preferred candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks (including but not limited to police checks, reference checks, medical checks (drug and alcohol tests) and psychometric testing) prior to the candidate's employment being confirmed. The outcomes of the background checks do not automatically bar candidates; however, will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the job.

Please be advised any representation via an agency will not be considered. Agencies - no need to contact us, we've got this one.

South Gippsland Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and aims to provide all necessary support to ensure that all abilities and backgrounds are not disadvantaged in the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, please feel free to identify yourself as a person with different needs in your application and indicate what type of reasonable adjustment you require. Alternatively you can contact a member of the People & Culture team on 03 5662 9*** and identify the position you are applying for and specify your requirements.

All councillors, employees, students, agency staff, contractors and volunteers are required to act in accordance with equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, harassment, vilification and child safety legislation. South Gippsland Shire Council is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We all have a responsibility to ensure our workplaces are respectful, safe and inclusive and free of all forms of unlawful and unacceptable behaviours. By applying for this role you agree to the above.