Work Health and Safety Coordinator I AHCSA

The Safe Step; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aboriginal Health Council of South Australia (AHCSA) invites a seasoned Work Health and Safety professional to lead and strengthen its approach to workplace health, safety and wellbeing across the organisation.

You will develop practical WHS guidance that respects cultural safety, supports psychological wellbeing and ensures compliance with legislative requirements, while building capability and engaging with both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal staff and leaders.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated capability in psychosocial risk management and wellbeing.
• Strong engagement with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal staff and leaders.
• Ability to influence and provide practical WHS guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of AHCSA's WHS Management System, policies and procedures.
• Manage WHS governance, risk assessments, audits, incident investigations and regulatory compliance.
• Identify and manage psychosocial hazards, strengthening psychological safety and workplace wellbeing.
• Embed cultural safety principles into WHS practices, recognising the importance of cultural identity and lived experience.
• Chair the WHS Committee and provide advice to senior leaders and employees.
• Coordinate WHS training, inductions, reporting and Return to Work activities.
• Build capability and encourage employee engagement in workplace health and safety.

Skills

Psychosocial risk management

Psychological safety

Workplace wellbeing

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Diploma of Work Health and Safety

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

Job description

Aboriginal Health Council of South Australia (AHCSA)

Make a meaningful contribution across South Australia.

About the organisation

As the health voice for Aboriginal people in South Australia, AHCSA advocates for communities and our Member Services, supporting the delivery of culturally appropriate health programs grounded in a holistic understanding of health and wellbeing.

“Our Health, Our Choice, Our Way” is at the heart of AHCSA's identity, reflecting its commitment to Aboriginal self-determination, cultural safety and strengthening the Aboriginal community-controlled health sector. Guided by the principle of Aboriginal health in Aboriginal hands, AHCSA is committed to supporting Aboriginal people and communities to have a voice in decisions affecting their health and wellbeing.

About the opportunity

AHCSA is seeking an experienced Work Health and Safety professional to lead and strengthen its approach to workplace health, safety and wellbeing.

This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in an organisation where psychological safety, cultural respect and employee wellbeing are just as important as legislative compliance.

Working across the organisation and with Member Services, you will build relationships, develop capability and ensure WHS practices are practical, accessible and responsive to the needs of AHCSA's people.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of AHCSA's WHS Management System, policies and procedures.
• Manage WHS governance, risk assessments, audits, incident investigations and regulatory compliance.
• Identify and manage psychosocial hazards, strengthening psychological safety and workplace wellbeing.
• Embed cultural safety principles into WHS practices, recognising the importance of cultural identity, lived experience and community.
• Chair the WHS Committee and provide advice and guidance to senior leaders and employees.
• Coordinate WHS training, inductions, reporting and Return to Work activities.
• Build capability and encourage employee engagement in workplace health and safety.

About you

You will bring sound technical WHS knowledge and experience, together with the interpersonal skills, cultural awareness and judgement to work effectively within AHCSA.

You are approachable, a good listener and someone who takes the time to build genuine relationships and understand different perspectives. You recognise that creating a safe workplace goes beyond policies and procedures, and that trust, respect and open communication are fundamental to achieving positive outcomes.

You will bring:

• Experience or demonstrated capability in psychosocial risk management, psychological safety and workplace wellbeing.
• The ability to engage respectfully with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal employees, leaders and stakeholders.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to provide advice and constructively challenge when required.
• A practical, collaborative approach to problem-solving, continuous improvement and building WHS capability.

A Diploma of Work Health and Safety, or Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety with substantial demonstrated experience at coordinator level, is essential.

Experience within community cantered environment will be highly regarded.

Why join AHCSA?

AHCSA offers the opportunity to contribute to an organisation making a meaningful difference to Aboriginal health and wellbeing across South Australia.

Along with a supportive, culturally respectful and purpose-driven workplace, benefits include:

• Generous not-for-profit salary packaging.
• Two additional weeks of paid leave over the Christmas period.
• Four weeks of annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible working arrangements and professional development support.

Applications are also welcomed from people of all backgrounds who demonstrate the experience, cultural awareness and commitment to AHCSA's values required for this position.