WHS & Return‑to‑Work Specialist

Motor Trade Association SA/NT; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Discount platform access

Uniform provided

EAP

Social activities

Recognition program

Free flu vaccinations

Job summary

Motor Trade Association SA/NT is seeking a WHS Advisor to safeguard the safety and wellbeing of staff and apprentices across SA and NT sites. You will lead WHS systems, injury management, emergency preparedness, and safety culture initiatives while engaging with host employers.

You will drive policy development, audits, incident investigations and RTW coordination, reporting to senior management. A Certificate IV WHS and related training are required, with a collaborative, proactive approach

Qualifications

• Qualified WHS professional with practical knowledge of policy development and compliance.
• Experience advising on injury management and return-to-work processes.
• Ability to lead safety culture initiatives and host employer engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and monitor WHS policies, procedures and systems across sites.
• Conduct inspections, audits, risk assessments and incident investigations with corrective actions.
• Provide WHS guidance to staff, apprentices and host employers; oversee safety assessments.
• Manage Return-to-Work claims and support injured personnel.
• Coordinate WHS induction, training, and health monitoring activities.
• Implement and maintain Emergency Management Plan including drills and warden roles.
• Deliver monthly WHS reporting to Management and Board.

Skills

Strong communication

Stakeholder engagement

Time management

Autonomy

Problem solving

MS Office proficiency

Education

Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety

Return to Work Coordinator Certificate

Provide First Aid

Chief Warden training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Motor Trade Association SA/NT is seeking a WHS Advisor to safeguard the safety and wellbeing of staff and apprentices across SA and NT sites. You will lead WHS systems, injury management, emergency preparedness, and safety culture initiatives while engaging with host employers.

You will drive policy development, audits, incident investigations and RTW coordination, reporting to senior management. A Certificate IV WHS and related training are required, with a collaborative, proactive approach