Risk, Compliance And Work, Health & Safety Officer

Brisbane Catholic Education; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Salary packaging

Wellness programs

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Staff social club

AI Ethics resources

Job summary

Brisbane Catholic Education in Queensland seeks a part-time Risk & Compliance / Work Health & Safety professional to support St Joseph's Primary School, Corinda. Working two days per week (12 hours total), you will develop and maintain systems, interpret legislation, and advise on policy updates to foster a safe, compliant school environment.

Start date 19/01/2027; ad closes 25 November 2026; salary $39.44–$41.35 per hour plus 12.75% super, term-time, and a job-share arrangement.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and improving operational systems and processes.
• Strong understanding of legislation, regulations, and guidelines for school settings.
• Ability to communicate policy updates clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• Experience managing risk and compliance tasks with reporting.
• Ability to facilitate risk assessments for events.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, maintenance and operation of relevant systems and resources.
• Develop and interpret legislation, regulations and procedures for school operations.
• Deliver staff, student and community guidance on policy updates.
• Facilitate risk compliance tasks and reporting.
• Advise on risk assessments for school events.

Skills

Operational systems

Legislation & guidelines

Policy communication

Risk assessments

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Associate Diploma/Diploma

Job description

About Brisbane Catholic Education

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.

About our school

St Joseph's is a Catholic co-educational school located in the leafy suburb of Corinda. Founded by the Daughters of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart in 1917, the school lives the values of justice, love and humility. We focus on building relationships and partnerships within the school, Parish and wider community. Generously resourced flexible learning spaces and contemporary facilities inspire learners inside and outside the classroom. We are committed to making St Joseph's a safe, respectful and innovative learning environment. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Summary

Make a meaningful contribution to the safety, wellbeing and effective operation of St Joseph’s Primary School, Corinda, in this unique dual-role opportunity. Working two days per week, with one day dedicated to Risk and Compliance and one day to Work Health & Safety, you’ll help foster a safe, compliant and supportive environment for students, staff and the wider school community.

• Location: St Joseph's Primary School CORINDA
• Start date: 19/01/2027
• Work hours: 12 hours per week across 2 days
• Salary: $39.44 - $41.35 + 12.75% super (School Salary Scale)
• Status: Term Time Continuing | Job Share arrangement
• One day dedicated to Risk and Compliance and one day to Work Health & Safety | Tuesday - Thursday (Days negotiable)
• Ad close date: 25 November 2026
• Contact: Kim Davis | [e-mail]

About the opportunity

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Overseeing the development, maintenance and operations of relevant systems and resources and recommending improvements to processes and procedures.
• Developing and interpreting legislation, regulations, procedures and other guideline material relating to operations within the school.
• Delivering and advising staff, students, and the school community on policy updates and publishing via appropriate channels.
• Facilitating the completion and report on risk and compliance tasks through the appropriate avenues
• Advising and facilitating the conduct of risk assessments by responsible staff members for school events.

About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Expertise in developing, maintaining, and improving operational systems and processes.
• Strong understanding of legislation, regulations, and guidelines to interpret and apply within a school setting.
• Ability to communicate policy updates clearly to a wide variety of groups and stakeholders.
• Experience in managing and reporting on risk and compliance tasks effectively.
• Skilled in advising and facilitating risk assessments for events.
• Tertiary qualification at Associate Diploma/Diploma in a related field
• For this position you are not required to be Catholic.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.

Why choose BCE

Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
• Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
• Active staff social club and wellness programs
• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Fitness Passport access – discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.

Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.

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