Workfit Services Consultant

SA Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Clinical collaboration

Safe connections

Professional development allowance

Flexible work options

Paid leave

Health & fitness perks

Wellbeing support

Job summary

SA Health is hiring for a WorkFit Services Consultant within Central Adelaide Local Health Network at The Royal Adelaide Hospital in Adelaide. The role encompasses delivering tailored ergonomic and safety interventions, and providing expert clinical guidance to improve workplace health and safety across various settings.

Ideal candidates hold Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy qualifications with AHPRA registration, and have experience in injury prevention, training delivery, and ergonomic

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy with AHPRA registration/eligibility.
• Proven experience in manual tasks, ergonomics, workplace injury rehab, and training delivery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training in manual tasks and injury prevention.
• Advise on ergonomic design for healthier, efficient workspaces.
• Provide Fitness for Work assessments and musculoskeletal injury prevention/management guidance.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Training delivery

Injury prevention strategies

Education

Physiotherapy degree

AHPRA registration

Job description

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) • The Royal Adelaide Hospital • Salary AHP-3 $112,139 - $120,284 p.a. + super + salary packaging • Full-time temporary up to 10/1/28

We Need You in Allied Health Join over 2,600 allied health professionals at CALHN and play a vital role in delivering safe and connected world-class care across South Australia.

Make a real difference across emergency, acute, rehabilitation, community, and mental health care settings. Thrive in a values-driven organisation that puts people first and is future focused. Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams that support innovation and professional growth. Be part of a leading health network shaping the future of health through care, research, and education.

About the role

Join us to make workplaces safer and healthier - empower safe workplaces with expert interventions. Deliver impactful training in manual tasks and injury prevention. Advise on ergonomic design for healthier, efficient workspaces. Are you passionate about making workplaces safer and helping people thrive at work? As a WorkFit Services Consultant, you'll play a key role in supporting organisations to create healthier, more productive environments through expert clinical guidance and hands-on consultancy. You'll be at the forefront of delivering tailored interventions in key areas such as Fitness for Work assessments, Manual Task training and inductions, musculoskeletal injury prevention and management, and ergonomic consultancy for building design and equipment selection. Your work will make a real difference in supporting worker wellbeing, reducing risk, and improving outcomes for both individuals and organisations. This role is ideal for an experienced and driven clinician who enjoys variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to engage directly with clients across different industries. You'll collaborate with a passionate team and be supported by evidence-based frameworks while having the chance to innovate and grow professionally. Whether you're onsite delivering training or advising on the ergonomic design of a new workspace, you'll be instrumental in helping businesses keep their teams fit, safe, and work-ready. Join us and help shape the future of workplace health and safety across Australia.

About you

You're a skilled and motivated health professional who's passionate about improving workplace safety and capacity. With a solid clinical background and a proactive, consultative approach, you're ready to make a difference in diverse work environments.

• Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy, with AHPRA registration or eligibility
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage and influence a range of stakeholders
• Proven experience in manual tasks, ergonomics, workplace injury rehab, and training delivery
• Sound knowledge of WHS legislation, risk management, and injury prevention strategies

Benefits

• Salary packaging - up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Clinical collaboration - work with multidisciplinary teams to access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise
• Safe connections - be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
• Professional development allowance - with structured development support
• Recognition & growth - celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN's many sites
• Flexible work options - speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
• Paid leave - with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Health & fitness perks - discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
• Wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

Diversity & Inclusion

We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required 948586 RD Workfit Services Consultant.pdf

• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 4 October 2026

Job Ref: 948586