Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator

Catholic Education Sandhurst; Tatura; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Education Sandhurst is seeking an Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator to join our People and Culture team across the Sandhurst Diocese. This ongoing role supports safety, risk management and emergencies in Catholic schools.

You will report to the Health and Safety Manager and provide practical OHS guidance to an assigned portfolio. You will advance safety systems, coordinate OHS initiatives, and travel to schools.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (or equivalent) is required.
• Experience in a health and safety function across multiple locations.
• Experience developing OHS management systems and safe cultures.
• Sound knowledge of safety and risk management standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Excellent organisational and administrative abilities; manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical OHS and emergency management advice to schools.
• Support risk assessments, OHS advisory services and audits.
• Coordinate emergency planning, training and internal audits.
• Manage a designated OHS portfolio, developing safety initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Calm demeanor

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety or equivalent

Job description

Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator

Are you a practical, people-focused health and safety professional who enjoys building relationships and making a difference? Bring your experience to a role supporting schools to strengthen safety, manage risks and prepare for emergencies.

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL) is seeking an Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator to join our People and Culture function. This is an exciting ongoing opportunity to contribute to Catholic Education across the Sandhurst Diocese.

Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager, you will provide practical OHS and emergency management advice to an assigned portfolio of schools. You will support risk assessments, OHS advisory services, emergency planning, training and internal audits, and support our workplaces to continue to embed effective safety systems.

As part of this position, you will also coordinate a designated OHS portfolio on a rotating basis, giving you the opportunity to coordinate initiatives and develop your expertise in areas such as contractor safety or OHS consultation.

The Position

• Classification: CEO Administration Level 4 under the Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2022
• FTE: Full-time
• Employment status: ongoing
• Location: Tatura preferred; Bendigo or Wangaratta also considered
• Reports to: Health and Safety Manager
• Other requirements: Current unrestricted Australian driver’s licence; current satisfactory Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain one; availability to work onsite and travel to schools within the assigned portfolio
• Potential start date: ASAP

About Our Team

Our People and Culture team provides advice, services and systems that support staff and leaders across CESL. Within this function, the Employee Relations, Health and Safety team helps build safe, respectful and supportive workplaces.

You will work alongside health and safety colleagues and partner with school leaders and staff to turn safety requirements into practical, sustainable ways of working. Our work is guided by the Sandhurst Cultural Covenant and a shared commitment to supporting thriving school communities.

About You

You are approachable, organised and passionate about helping people work safely. You can explain requirements clearly, build trust and work collaboratively to achieve practical improvements.

You bring:

• A Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety or similar qualification, or demonstrated recent equivalent work experience.
• Experience working in a health and safety function, particularly across multiple locations.
• Experience developing OHS management systems and fostering a collaborative safety culture.
• Sound knowledge of relevant safety and risk management standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective organisational and administrative skills, sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A calm, practical approach to problem-solving and handling sensitive or confidential matters.
• A commitment to supporting the Catholic ethos of CESL and upholding child safety expectations.

What We Offer You

• Meaningful work supporting safer workplaces and school communities across regional Victoria.
• A collaborative environment in a supportive team.
• Variety through a combination of school-based support and a dedicated OHS portfolio.
• Opportunities to build your expertise through safety initiatives, audits, training and continuous improvement.
• A role within a purpose-driven organisation that values dignity, respect and community.

Magnify Sandhurst

In 2025, a diocesan first, a comprehensive and exciting new learning and teaching program was simultaneously launched across over 50 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese.

Magnify Sandhurst is being introduced across 2025 to 2027, with each phase designed to bring measurable improvements in each learning environment.

The program combines evidence-based teaching and learning practices to support each student’s unique needs, strengths and goals. It focuses on strengthening literacy and numeracy, building supportive classroom environments and integrating Catholic values into daily learning.

Through your work supporting safe and healthy workplaces, you will help create the conditions in which staff and students can thrive.

It’s an exciting time to be in Catholic Education!

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL)

CESL governs over 50 schools and early childhood learning centres across Central and North Eastern Victoria, in large regional centres and small vibrant townships.

As we ‘Magnify Sandhurst’, with a special focus on learner growth, teacher professional development and ‘healthy and well communities’, we are committed to working in partnership with leaders, students and families, providing innovation and excellence inspired by the Catholic story.

Our communities include Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality.

Our motto is ‘Every Student, Every Teacher, Every School, Every Day’.

Child Safeguarding Statement for Applicants

Adhering to CESL’s child safety expectations, policies and commitments is essential for every CESL role. All staff play a vital part in upholding and promoting a child-safe culture.

All applicants are encouraged to review the Catholic Education Office Sandhurst child safeguarding information before submitting your application.

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety

CESL embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.

Applications close: 18 November 2026