Work Health and Safety Specialist

• Provide practical WHS advice to management, the WHS Committee and safety representatives.
• Maintain WHS policies, procedures and systems to ensure legislative and regulatory compliance.
• Lead WHS audits, inspections and investigations, ensuring risks are identified and effectively controlled.
• Coordinate WHS inductions, training and compliance programs.
• Work with the Quality team to address non-compliance, implement corrective actions and share learnings.
• Analyse WHS data, incidents and trends and provide reports to leadership and relevant stakeholders.
• Coach and support managers and staff to promote a proactive safety culture.
• Manage staff injury and workers compensation processes, including rehabilitation and return-to-work plans.
• Oversee workplace monitoring, hygiene and other WHS compliance programs.
• Monitor WHS objectives and develop initiatives that reduce risk and improve safety outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams, WorkSafe WA, insurers and other external stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and broader organisational initiatives.

The successful applicant has the following skills and experience: You will be a practical, collaborative and solutions-focused WHS professional who can build strong relationships and confidently advise stakeholders at all levels. You will have:
 

• A relevant WHS qualification, such as a Diploma of Work Health and Safety, or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, aged care requirements and risk management.
• 2–3 years' experience in a WHS role, ideally within health, aged care or a similar environment.
• Experience managing incidents from reporting through to investigation and corrective action.
• Experience developing and delivering WHS training.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and address unsafe work practices.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team.

What we can offer you:

• Permanent, Monday to Friday position.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• A friendly, supportive and collaborative team environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to workplace safety and the wellbeing of our people and clients.

Apply now If you are passionate about workplace health and safety and want to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!