Injury & Return-to-Work Specialist (Hybrid/Remote)

Neami National; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 106,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratis Leave

Wellness Leave

Parental Leave

ADO (Accrued Day Off)

Annual Leave Loading

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development & coaching

Learning & Development programs

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Neami National in Preston, VIC is seeking an experienced Injury Management & Return to Work Coordinator to oversee work-related injury and illness management, workers compensation claims and timely return to work across the organisation.

You will partner with leaders, safety teams, insurers and health practitioners to deliver safe, sustainable outcomes and advise line managers on legislative requirements and best practices.

Qualifications

• Formal tertiary qualification in Health and Safety or similar field, and/or equivalent experience.
• Return to Work Coordinator Certificate preferred but can be supported by organisation to obtain.
• Proven experience in injury management including work cover claims and return to work including injured worker and employer rights and responsibilities.
• Ability to influence, advise and coach line managers in injury management processes.
• Knowledge of workers compensation and return to work legislation across Australian jurisdictions and ability to apply requirements practically.
• National Criminal History Check (police check) – disclosable outcomes considered

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work-related injury and illness management and return to work activities across Neami National.
• Provide specialist advice and coordination to support safe, sustainable and timely recovery at work outcomes.
• Collaborate with leaders, managers, employees, Health and Safety personnel, insurers and treating health practitioners.

Skills

Injury management

Return to work

Coaching line managers

Education

Tertiary qualification in Health and Safety or equivalent

Job description

Neami National in Preston, VIC is seeking an experienced Injury Management & Return to Work Coordinator to oversee work-related injury and illness management, workers compensation claims and timely return to work across the organisation.

You will partner with leaders, safety teams, insurers and health practitioners to deliver safe, sustainable outcomes and advise line managers on legislative requirements and best practices.