Workplace Ergonomics & Safety Consultant (Physio/OT)

Palliative Care SA; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 112,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Professional development allowance

Fitness Passport

Flexible work options

Paid leave with leave loading

Job summary

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) – WorkFit Services Consultant delivers practical workplace solutions by applying clinical expertise in physiotherapy or occupational therapy. You’ll assess fitness for work, train staff, and advise on ergonomic design while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Join CALHN’s WorkFit Services to help organisations create safer, healthier workplaces through tailored advice, assessments and education.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy with AHPRA registration or eligibility.
• Experience in manual tasks, ergonomics and workplace injury rehabilitation.
• Experience delivering training and advice to diverse clients.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage people with different needs.

Responsibilities

• Assess fitness for work and recommend practical ways to support safe participation.
• Deliver engaging manual task training and inductions.
• Advise on ergonomic workplace design, equipment selection and work practices.
• Build trusted relationships with clients to understand challenges and develop workable solutions.
• Work with clients across industries supported by a collaborative team.

Skills

Physiotherapy

Occupational Therapy

Ergonomics

Training Delivery

Communication

Education

AHPRA registration

Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist degree

Job description

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) – WorkFit Services Consultant delivers practical workplace solutions by applying clinical expertise in physiotherapy or occupational therapy. You’ll assess fitness for work, train staff, and advise on ergonomic design while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Join CALHN’s WorkFit Services to help organisations create safer, healthier workplaces through tailored advice, assessments and education.