Senior Workplace Psychosocial Safety Advisor

Department of Education Victoria; Geelong; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education Victoria is seeking a Senior Workplace Psychosocial Advisor to support schools across the South West Victoria Region, including Footscray, Geelong, and Ballarat. The role focuses on identifying psychosocial hazards, translating legislation into practical improvements, and building capability to improve mental health and workplace safety.

You will work with regional stakeholders, travel regularly within Victoria, and report to the Manager of the Workplace Psychosocial

Qualifications

• Qualification in OH&S or related field.
• Driver's license (Victorian).
• Working with Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert psychosocial health and safety advice to government schools.
• Develop policy resources to strengthen psychosocial safety across regions.
• Lead capacity-building and practical guidance for school leaders and staff.
• Identify and manage psychosocial hazards and monitor safety practices.
• Collaborate with OHS Implementation Services and other divisions.

Skills

Psychosocial health

OHS knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Policy advice

Education

OH&S qualification

Driver's license

Working with Children Check

Job description

Department of Education Victoria is seeking a Senior Workplace Psychosocial Advisor to support schools across the South West Victoria Region, including Footscray, Geelong, and Ballarat. The role focuses on identifying psychosocial hazards, translating legislation into practical improvements, and building capability to improve mental health and workplace safety.

You will work with regional stakeholders, travel regularly within Victoria, and report to the Manager of the Workplace Psychosocial