SENIOR WHS AND INJURY MANAGEMENT ADVISOR

Westbeachparks; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite car parking

Exclusive employee discounts

Salary packaging options

Employer superannuation support

Job summary

West Beach Parks seeks a Senior WHS and Injury Management Advisor to lead work health and safety initiatives, injury management, and return‑to‑work programs. You will partner with the People and Culture team to protect staff, guests and contractors, while driving continuous safety improvements and wellbeing practices across our coastal precinct in West Beach.

You will coordinate return‑to‑work processes, provide expert guidance, and maintain compliant WHS systems in a dynamic, customer‑facing

Qualifications

• Experience in developing WHS initiatives, strategies and policies across an organisation.
• Ability to lead hazard identification, risk assessment and risk management programs.
• Strong communication and collaboration with leaders, staff and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide WHS and injury management advice and support to employees, leaders and stakeholders.
• Lead the development and maintenance of WHS policies, procedures and forms.
• Coordinate WHS Committee and Safety Representative meetings and drive action outcomes.
• Deliver health and wellbeing programs and support positive return-to-work outcomes.
• Manage injury processes and contribute to a safety-first culture.

Skills

WHS expertise

Injury management

Return to work coordination

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Return to Work Coordinator Certificate

Job description

SENIOR WHS AND INJURY MANAGEMENT ADVISOR

Job Type: Full Time - Term Contract

Location: West Beach

Job Category: CORPORATE SERVICES

Who we are...
West Beach Parks is a holiday, sport, and community destination, situated along 1.2 km of picturesque Adelaide coastline. Our 135-hectare precinct in West Beach offers something for everyone – from accommodation to a premium golf park, a marina and world-class sports facilities. Guests can choose from our two accommodation properties, including South Australia’s largest and renowned Discovery Parks – West Beach Parks, and enjoy an array of recreational opportunities suited to all ages and interests.

West Beach Parks is a South Australian Government statutory authority dedicated to the environment, preserving our natural surroundings, and enhancing local biodiversity. Community connection is at our core, as we provide inclusive spaces that welcome people from all walks of life to enjoy and engage with the outdoors.

Our team celebrates Australia’s outdoor active lifestyle, welcoming holidaymakers, sports enthusiasts, and community members alike. If you share our commitment to exceptional service and environmental sustainability, we invite you to become part of the West Beach Parks experience.

Every team member plays a role in creating experiences that connect people, celebrates community, and respect the environment. Guided by our core values of Ethics, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork, we take pride in building a workplace where excellence, inclusivity, and sustainability go hand in hand.

Job Description

• Flexible full-time or part-time opportunity (0.8 FTE minimum)


• Competitive salary pacakge of $95,000 - $100,000 + Super.


• Experience a people-first culture that empowers you to balance a rewarding career with life outside of work.


• Free onsite car parking.


• Enjoy a supportive and inclusive workplace where your contribution is valued and recognised.


• Exclusive employee discounts, benefits and salary packaging options,

The role...
Work closely with the People and Culture Manager to develop and maintain Work, Health, Safety and Wellbeing initiatives, strategies, policies and practices across West Beach Parks that protect the wellbeing of the community, guests and staff through identification and management of risks.

The Senior WHS and Injury Management Advisor also fulfills the role of Return to Work Coordinator and works directly with injured employees and key stakeholders to ensure safe returns to the workplace.

Key responsibilities

Using your proactive, people‑centred approach, you will:

• Provide WHS and injury management advice and support to employees, leaders and stakeholders.


• Help maintain a safe environment for our team, guests, contractors and community.


• Ensure WHS and injury management systems remain compliant with relevant legislation and regulations.


• Lead hazard identification, risk assessment and risk management activities.


• Review and improve WHS policies, procedures, forms and work instructions.


• Coordinate WHS Committee and Safety Representative meetings and drive action outcomes.


• Deliver and promote our annual Health and Wellbeing Program.


• Manage workplace and non-workplace injury processes, supporting positive return-to-work outcomes.


• Contribute to a culture where safety, wellbeing and continuous improvement are part of everyday life.

You are...

This isn't a role where you'll simply follow a process. It's an opportunity to make your mark. We encourage innovation, fresh thinking and continuous improvement, and we're looking for someone who can take ownership, build strong relationships and make this role uniquely their own while contributing to our positive and people‑focused culture.

You are passionate about WHS and providing prompt and effective return to work from injury. You hold a Return to Work Coordinator Certificate and display:

• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to quality outcomes.


• The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results efficiently.


• Outstanding communication and relationship‑building skills.


• A positive, approachable and customer‑focused attitude.


• Strong problem‑solving and negotiation abilities.


• Excellent written communication skills.


• Strong organisational and time management skills.


• Initiative, reliability and a proactive approach to your work.


• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively across all levels of the organisation.


• Sound judgement, professionalism and discretion when handling confidential matters.


• A high level of integrity, respect and personal accountability.

Please be advised that we do not accept emailed applications for this position.

Enquiries can be directed to Karina Beck, People and Culture Partner on 8355 7306 or via email [e-mail].

West Beach Parks is an equal opportunity employer where everyone belongs in everything we do. We promote a culture of respect, tolerance, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from those with diverse backgrounds including people who live with disability.

Please contact Karina Beck if you require support or have any access requirements during the recruitment process. West Beach Parks are committed to providing reasonable workplace adjustments to ensure all team members are successful in their roles.

The South Australian public sector promotes flexible ways of working. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.