WHS and Wellbeing Project Officer

Department for Child Protection SA; South Australia; On-site; AUD 76,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in South Australia seeks a WHS and Wellbeing Project Officer in Adelaide. This role involves coordinating employee assistance programs and supporting wellbeing initiatives to foster a safe workplace. Ideal candidates will have strong organisational and communication skills, along with a passion for enhancing workplace culture. Join a collaborative team dedicated to improving staff health and safety.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Learning and development opportunities

Paid parental leave

Free annual flu vaccination

Leave loading and salary packaging

Qualifications

• Proactive professional with strong organisational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.
• Experience in project support and coordination.

Responsibilities

• Support WHS and wellbeing projects to enhance safety and culture.
• Coordinate Employee Assistance Program and other wellbeing initiatives.
• Assist with project documentation and reporting.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Research

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Job description

Role Status: Full-time term vacancy available until 27 July 2027

Remuneration: $76,561 - $80,256

Looking for a role where your support makes a real difference? Join us as a WHS and Wellbeing Project Officer in Adelaide, where you'll work closely with the Safety and Wellbeing team to deliver programs and initiatives that support staff health, safety and positive workplace culture. From coordinating the Employee Assistance Program to assisting with wellbeing projects and communications, you'll play an important role in helping the department create safe and supportive workplaces. This is your chance to contribute to meaningful projects in a collaborative team.

In this role, you will

• Support WHS and wellbeing projects that improve staff safety and culture
• Coordinate programs such as EAP, Fitness Passport and Peer Support
• Assist with project research, planning, documentation and reporting
• Manage wellbeing inbox enquiries and update intranet content

To be successful

You are a proactive professional who enjoys supporting projects and helping teams deliver positive outcomes. You bring strong skills in organisation, communication and research, and you are confident working with a range of stakeholders to keep projects on track.

You thrive in a collaborative environment where your coordination skills and attention to detail ensure programs run smoothly. Your adaptability, problem-solving and commitment to creating safe and supportive workplaces will make you a valued member of the team.

About the Business:

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.

What We Offer:

• Employee Assistance Program: confidential and independent counselling for you and your family.
• Strong commitment to learning and development.
• Paid Parental and Partner Leave.
• Free annual flu vaccination for staff.
• Leave loading and salary packaging opportunities.

The department values an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and people from the LGBTQI+ community.

Applications Close: 19 October 2025 11:00 PM