Work Health & Safety Coordinator

Carpentaria; Darwin; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Leave entitlement: 5 weeks + 17.5%

On-site cafe & parking

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Carpentaria is seeking a WHS & Emergency Management Coordinator to lead proactive safety and emergency planning across our disability and therapy services. The role partners with operational leaders to identify and control risks, and to verify safety at dispersed sites in real time.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma or higher in WHS, has hands-on experience in complex high-risk environments, and can train frontline staff while navigating regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Formal WHS qualification at Diploma level or above.
• Demonstrated experience in WHS specialist or coordinator role within high-risk service environments.
• Good knowledge of WHS Acts, Regulations and Codes of Practice.

Responsibilities

• Drive proactive WHS and emergency management across Carpentaria, partnering with leaders to identify, assess and control risks in real-time service settings.
• Provide independent on-the-ground verification for dispersed housing and care sites.

Skills

WHS management

Site visits

Staff training

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Diploma in WHS or equivalent

Job description

About Carpentaria

Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing Disability and Therapy Services for children, adolescents and adults, through:

• Allied Health therapy programs (including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology)
• Independent Living programs
• Pathways Program
• Employment and Training
• Specialist Disability Accommodation

About Carpentaria

Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing Disability and Therapy Services for children, adolescents and adults, through:

• Allied Health therapy programs (including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology)
• Independent Living programs
• Pathways Program
• Employment and Training
• Specialist Disability Accommodation

We deliver innovative and flexible services to empower people to thrive and live a great life and are committed to a philosophy that respects the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their lives.

Purpose

The WHS & Emergency Management Coordinator is responsible for driving a proactive, operationally integrated approach to WHS and emergency management across Carpentaria. The role is not just responsible for administrative compliance but actively partnering with operational leaders to identify, assess and control risks in real-time service environments, and provide the independent on-the-ground verification for dispersed Supported Independent Living, Out of Home Care and community housing sites.

Ideal candidate

• Formal WHS qualification at Diploma level or above.
• Demonstrated experience in WHS specialist or coordinator role within a complex, high-risk service environment such as Disability, Out of Home Care or Community services.
• Solid working knowledge of the Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Act 2011 (NT), associated Regulations and relevant Codes of Practice.
• Demonstrated ability to work operationally, conducting site visits, delivering training and engaging directly with frontline staff and leaders.

Remuneration And Benefits

• Competitive base salary package
• Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary) for part-time employees
• 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits
• Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• On site cafe and free parking
• Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!

Recruitment process

Our recruitment process is based on values, skills and qualifications. Please review the position description here: https://carpentaria.org.au/wp-content/uploads/PD-Workplace-Health-and-Safety-Coordinator-21-May-2026.pdf

Contacts and further information

For more information and the position description, or to have a confidential discussion, please contact Latia Grbac, Operations Workforce Coordinator on 0439 230 870 or [e-mail]

Further information about Carpentaria is available at carpentaria.org.au.