WHS & RTW Coordinator — School Safety Champion

OLSH; South Australia; Hybrid; AUD 36,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Study Incentive Programs up to $1,500

School holidays off and generous leave

Leave Loading 17.5%

Job summary

OLSH College is seeking a proactive Work Health and Safety Coordinator to design, plan and administer WHS and RTW activities across the College. This permanent part-time role (22 hours per week, 41 weeks per year) offers a busy workload for a safety professional who can build strong relationships and promote a safety culture within a school environment.

Key responsibilities include policy implementation, risk assessments, training coordination, and contractor compliance.

Qualifications

• Diploma qualification in WHS or related field.
• Return to Work Coordinator certificate or willingness to obtain and maintain currency.
• Highly developed administration skills and a customer-centric mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Implement and continuously improve WHS policies, procedures and initiatives across the College.
• Provide advice and practical guidance on WHS and RTW matters.
• Investigate injuries, incidents, hazards, risks and near misses with corrective actions.
• Conduct and review risk assessments and implement control measures.
• Undertake workplace inspections and audits for compliance and improvements.
• Provide WHS inductions for staff, contractors, volunteers and visitors.
• Support coordination and monitoring of mandatory WHS training and record-keeping.
• Assist with RTW processes and injury management practices.
• Support contractor compliance including licences, insurances and clearances.
• Participate in WHS Committee administration and follow-up actions.

Skills

WHS knowledge

Administration

Interpersonal communication

Education

Diploma in WHS

Return to Work Coordinator certificate

Job description

OLSH College is seeking a proactive Work Health and Safety Coordinator to design, plan and administer WHS and RTW activities across the College. This permanent part-time role (22 hours per week, 41 weeks per year) offers a busy workload for a safety professional who can build strong relationships and promote a safety culture within a school environment.

Key responsibilities include policy implementation, risk assessments, training coordination, and contractor compliance.