WHS and Wellbeing Coordinator

Far West NSW Local Health District; Broken Hill; On-site; AUD 119,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Novated Leasing

Fitness Passport

EAP

Professional development

Country lifestyle

Job summary

Far West NSW Local Health District in Broken Hill, NSW, is seeking a WHS and Wellbeing Coordinator to lead Work Health and Safety and embed sustainable wellbeing practices across the workforce. The role focuses on psychosocial risk management, developing and overseeing the Employee Wellbeing Plan, attending WHS committees, and promoting a healthy, resilient public health culture in a rural setting.

Temporary Full Time position on maternity leave until 30 November 2027 with remuneration $118,821

Qualifications

• The WHS and Wellbeing Coordinator oversees Work Health and Safety across the organisation.
• Role focuses on psychosocial risk management and wellbeing initiatives.
• Attends WHS committees and supports a culture of employee wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Manage Work Health and Safety concerns and ensure compliance with statutes.
• Embed sustainable WHS practices across facilities.
• Develop and oversee the Employee Wellbeing Plan with proactive initiatives.
• Attend and contribute to WHS Committees and related meetings.

Job description

Far West NSW Local Health District – Broken Hill NSW

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time (Maternity Leave until 30.11.2027)
Position Classification:Health Mgr Level 2
Remuneration:$118821 - $140201 + Super
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ699203
Location: Broken Hill NSW

We really aren’t that far away - only 3 hours’ drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia with everything you need right at your front door!

Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can't wait to see you! Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West.

What you'll be doing

The WHS and Wellbeing Coordinator serves as the central figure in managing Work Health and safety (WHS) concerns, ensuring our facilities comply with all relevant statutes and strategically embedding sustainable practices for WHS, particularly in managing psychosocial risks as per state and federal guidelines.

The role is pivotal in crafting, executing, and overseeing the FWLHD Employee Wellbeing Plan, a strategic approach filled with proactive, evidence-based initiatives aimed at enhancing the physical and psychological health of our employees, thereby fostering an overall culture of wellbeing within the organisation.
Attend and contribute Work Health & Safety Committees and other relevant meetings as required.

What is on offer

• Salary packaging (pay less tax!), enjoy up to $9k for living expenses, $2.6k for meals and entertainment
• Novated Leasing
• Fitness Passport and EAP to maintain your health and wellbeing
• Professional development with support through advanced education & training to help you develop your career
• A comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance & wellbeing

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to provide excellence in rural and remote health and we truly empower our staff to deliver the best health outcomes for our community

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.

In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare

About Broken Hill

Often referred to as an “Oasis in the Outback”, Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia’s first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries (more than pubs)! The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability.

With a population just shy of 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafés.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience in Broken Hill connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.
Learn more atwww.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience