Workfit Services Consultant

Central Adelaide Local Health Network; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 112,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to 9010 AUD for生活

Meals and entertainment salary packing

Pre-tax superannuation and novated-lea

Flexible work options

Paid leave with leave loading

Fitness Passport discounts

Flu vaccinations and confidential well

Job summary

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) is seeking a WorkFit Services Consultant to transform clinical knowledge into practical workplace safety solutions in Adelaide. You’ll combine hands-on consultancy, engaging training and design advice to support safer participation across industries.

The role emphasizes ergonomic assessment, tailored interventions and collaboration with a multidisciplinary clinical network, with a focus on impactful, evidence-based practice.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy, with AHPRA registration or eligibility.
• Experience in manual tasks, ergonomics, workplace injury rehabilitation and training delivery.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage people with different needs and perspectives.
• Sound knowledge of work health and safety legislation, risk management and injury prevention.
• A practical, consultative approach to improving workplace safety and capacity.

Responsibilities

• Assess fitness for work and recommend practical ways to support safe participation.
• Deliver engaging manual task training and inductions that build confidence and safer habits.
• Help prevent and manage musculoskeletal injuries through tailored interventions.
• Advise on ergonomic workplace design, equipment selection and work practices.
• Build trusted relationships with clients to understand their challenges and develop workable solutions.

Skills

Manual tasks

Ergonomics

Injury rehabilitation

Training delivery

Communication skills

WHS knowledge

Education

Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job no: 948586
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) – WorkFit Services Consultant

• Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide SA 5000
• AHP3 $112,139–$120,284 p.a. + superannuation and salary packaging
• Temporary full time until 10 January 2028

Help people finish their working day as well as they started it

A practical training session that changes how someone moves. An equipment recommendation that prevents an injury. A workplace assessment that helps someone work safely and confidently. As a WorkFit Services Consultant, you’ll turn your clinical expertise into practical solutions that make a difference every day.

If you’re a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist who enjoys variety, problem solving and working directly with people, this role offers plenty to get involved in. Join CALHN’s WorkFit Services team and help organisations create safer, healthier workplaces through tailored advice, assessment and education.

About the Role

Bring your curiosity, clinical judgement and practical ideas to a role that combines hands-on consultancy, engaging training and workplace design. You’ll work with clients across different industries, supported by a collaborative team and evidence-based approaches.

In this role, you’ll:

• Assess fitness for work and recommend practical ways to support safe participation.
• Deliver engaging manual task training and inductions that build confidence and safer habits.
• Help prevent and manage musculoskeletal injuries through tailored interventions.
• Advise on ergonomic workplace design, equipment selection and work practices.
• Build trusted relationships with clients to understand their challenges and develop workable solutions.

From delivering an onsite training session to advising on a new workspace, you’ll have opportunities to use your expertise, think creatively and see the impact of your recommendations.

About You

You enjoy translating clinical knowledge into advice people can understand and use. You’re comfortable working independently, value teamwork and know that the best solutions start with listening.

You’ll bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy, with AHPRA registration or eligibility.
• Experience in manual tasks, ergonomics, workplace injury rehabilitation and training delivery.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage people with different needs and perspectives.
• Sound knowledge of work health and safety legislation, risk management and injury prevention.
• A practical, consultative approach to improving workplace safety and capacity.

Why You’ll Love It Here

Alongside the satisfaction of helping people stay safe and well at work, you’ll enjoy:

• Variety in your day – combine assessments, training, consultancy and workplace design advice.
• Room to use your expertise – bring professional judgement and fresh ideas to meaningful workplace challenges.
• A supportive clinical network – share knowledge and collaborate with experienced multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Support to keep learning – access a professional development allowance and structured development support.
• Make your salary go further – salary package up to $9,010 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment, with pre-tax superannuation and novated lease options.
• Space for life beyond work – discuss available flexible work options and enjoy paid leave with leave loading.
• Wellbeing benefits – access Fitness Passport discounts, flu vaccinations and confidential support for you and your family.

Be Part of Allied Health at CALHN

Join more than 2,600 allied health professionals contributing to care, research and education across South Australia. At CALHN, you’ll find opportunities to share your skills, build your career and contribute to a culture of safe, connected care.

Explore allied health careers at CALHN .

Diversity and 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 948586 WorkFit Services Consultant role description for the full requirements. 948586 RD Workfit Services Consultant.pdf
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory criminal history clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Curious About the Role?

Contact Caroline Lange, Work Health and Safety Team Leader.

Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Applications close: 11:55 pm, 11th of November 2026.

Job reference: 948586

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