Work Health & Safety Officer

Tasmanian Catholic Education Office; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Catholic Education Tasmania is seeking a proactive Work Health & Safety Officer. You will enhance compliance measures and foster safer school environments, contributing to student outcomes and legislative compliance. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in WHS strategies and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in dynamic environments.
• Strong skills in communication and training delivery.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen WHS compliance measures across CET schools.
• Support schools in maintaining hazard/risk registers.
• Promote a proactive safety culture.

Skills

WHS strategies

Communication

Training delivery

Education

Certificate IV in WHS

Diploma in WHS

Job description

Apply now Job no: 493121
Work type: Ongoing full time
Location: Tasmanian Catholic Education Office - New Town
Categories: Business Services employee

Work Health & Safety Officer
1.0 FTE - Full Time
(Part - time considered)

Catholic Education Tasmania (CET) is a vibrant community of 38 schools and colleges, educating over 17,000 students and supported by more than 2,400 dedicated staff across Tasmania.

We are currently seeking a proactive and experienced Work Health & Safety Officer to join our team. Reporting to the Manager: Risk, Work Health Safety and Compliance (RWC), you will play a key role in fostering safe, compliant, and supportive learning environments that enhance student outcomes and meet legislative obligations

As Work Health & Safety Officer, you will:

• Strengthen WHS compliance measures and risk mitigation strategies across CET schools.
• Ensure adherence to WHS legislation and CET policies.
• Support schools in maintaining hazard/risk registers and implementing annual WHS plans.
• Assist with incident and hazard investigations.
• Facilitate risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Promote a proactive safety culture across the education community.
• Contribute to CET’s compliance with WHS and child safety legislation.

Some of the skills and experiences we are looking for are:

• Proven experience in developing and implementing WHS strategies in dynamic environments.
• Strong communication and training delivery skills.
• Certificate IV or Diploma in WHS or equivalent experience

Why Join Catholic Education Tasmania?

At Catholic Education Tasmania, we are driven by our vision: Student-Focused, Christ-Centred, Learning for Life. You’ll become part of a values-led, professional team committed to delivering a high-quality education across the state.

Catholic Education Tasmania are committed to supporting the rights of children and young people and providing a safe and supportive environment for them. The successful candidate will require satisfactory child safety checks and registrations.

We demonstrate our commitment to Reconciliation by encouraging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

Applications Close: Wednesday, 18 June 2025 at 10.00am

Advertised: 06 Jun 2025 Tasmania Standard Time
Applications close: 18 Jun 2025 Tasmania Standard Time

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Categories

School Support Employees

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Acknowledgement of Country

Catholic Education Tasmania acknowledges and deeply respects the Palawa people, the Tasmanian Aboriginal Community, and all Elders past and present.

We are committed to learning alongside our students and community in this place, lutruwita, and support the continued sharing of knowledge and Culture.