Work Health & Safety Advisor

PU‑FAM PTY LTD; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

St Jude's Health Care Group is seeking an experienced Work Health & Safety Advisor to lead the development and improvement of our safety framework across all operations. You will report to the Chief People & Culture Officer and provide specialist coaching to leaders and staff, turning WHS requirements into practical, workable solutions.

The role requires strong stakeholder engagement, knowledge of legislation, and collaboration with Injury Management, Claims and Quality teams to enhance safety

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Strong pragmatic problem-solving abilities.
• National Police Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical WHS advice and support to managers and employees.
• Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of the WHS Management System.
• Identify hazards, conduct risk assessments and implement control measures.
• Monitor corrective actions and incidents; coordinate investigations.
• Prepare WHS reports and maintain records.
• Develop and review WHS policies and guidance materials.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

National Police Clearance

Education

Cert IV in Work Health & Safety

Tools

Exposure to WHS reporting platform

Job description

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St Jude’s Health Care Group is a trusted provider of Aged Care, Allied Health and Disability Services, established in 1982.With a strong reputation built over four decades and as a purpose-driven organisation, we operate with a clear philosophy: we do not provide any service that isn’t good enough for our own families.Our work is grounded in respect, integrity, commitment, and genuine partnerships with the individuals and communities we support.

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced and practical Work Health & Safety Advisor to support the development and improvement of our organisation-wide safety framework.

Reporting to the Chief People & Culture Officer, you will provide specialist advice, coaching and support to leaders and employees across our diverse operations. You will play an important role in strengthening our safety culture, identifying and managing workplace risks, supporting employee-related incident investigations and implementing practical strategies to prevent workplace injuries.

This is a hands-on advisory role that requires strong stakeholder engagement, sound legislative knowledge and the ability to translate WHS requirements into practical, workable solutions. The position will work closely with operational leaders, the Injury Management & Claims Advisor, and the Quality and Compliance Team to improve worker safety outcomes across the organisation.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide practical WHS advice and support to managers and employees.
• Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of the organisation’s WHS Management System.
• Assist leaders to identify workplace hazards, conduct risk assessments and implement appropriate control measures.
• Monitor corrective actions arising from workplace hazards, incidents and identified safety risks.
• Coordinate the reporting and management of employee injuries, hazards and near misses.
• Support managers to investigate employee-related safety incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Provide guidance regarding notifiable incidents and legislative reporting requirements.
• Develop and review WHS policies, procedures, forms and guidance materials.
• Analyse injury, hazard and safety data to identify trends, recurring risks and preventative strategies.
• Coordinate and facilitate WHS training and safety awareness activities.
• Coach leaders and employees in safe work practices and their WHS obligations.
• Prepare WHS reports and maintain accurate safety records and documentation.

Skills, Attributes and Experience

• Cert IV in Work Health & Safety with commercial experience.
• Exposure to a WHS management reporting platform.
• Experience in Aged Care, Disability or Human Services industry (Desirable).
• Strong pragmatic problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• National Police Clearance.
• Full working rights in Australia.

Why Join St Jude's?

At St Jude's Health Care Group, you'll be joining a values-driven organisation that genuinely makes a difference in the lives of clients, employees, and the wider community.

We offer:

Competitive salary package.

Modern West Perth office location.

Supportive and collaborative team environment.

Opportunities for career development and professional growth.

Exposure to executive-level decision-making and strategic projects.

The opportunity to contribute to meaningful outcomes within the aged care and disability sectors.

St Jude's Health Care Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

St Jude's Health Care Services are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.