Work Health & Safety Officer

Work Health & Safety (WHS) Officer

Mamu Health Service Limited (MHSL) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation committed to providing holistic, culturally safe, and community-driven services that strengthen the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We are seeking a motivated and organised individual to join our team as a Work Health & Safety (WHS) Officer. This is an entry-level opportunity suited to someone looking to begin or develop a career in workplace health and safety, with full training and support provided.

About the Role

The WHS Officer provides day-to-day administrative support to help maintain a safe, healthy, culturally respectful and compliant workplace across MHSL. Working under the general direction of the Quality, Compliance and Work Health & Safety Coordinator, this role supports WHS records management, inspection support, training coordination, incident and hazard follow-up, and routine reporting across MHSL sites. Comprehensive training and ongoing support will be provided to the successful applicant.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate WHS records, registers and evidence in approved organisational systems.

• Support the recording and follow-up of hazards, incidents, near misses, inspections and corrective actions.

• Assist managers and staff to complete required WHS documentation accurately and promptly.

• Support workplace inspections, site safety checks and WHS audits across MHSL locations.

• Assist with WHS induction records, training bookings and attendance follow-up.

• Help prepare routine WHS communications, meeting notes and reports for review and approval.

Selection Criteria

• Cultural capability and respectful practice
  Demonstrated ability to communicate and work respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and contribute to a culturally safe workplace and service environment.

• WHS administration and records
  Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate WHS records, registers, spreadsheets, training records, inspection records, incident documentation and corrective action follow-up.

• Work under general direction
  Ability to work independently on allocated tasks under general direction, apply established procedures, use judgement in routine administrative matters and escalate complex or high-risk issues appropriately.

• Communication and consultation support
  Well-developed verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear WHS communications, meeting notes, reminders and routine reports.

• Technology and systems
  Competency in Microsoft Office applications and ability to use or quickly learn WHS, quality, compliance and records management systems.

• Values, confidentiality and safety
  Demonstrated commitment to MHSL values, confidentiality, child safety, cultural safety, equity, inclusion, workplace safety and professional conduct.

Prior experience in WHS is not required; however, a willingness to learn and a strong work ethic are essential.

What We Offer

• Structured on-the-job training and mentoring to build your WHS administration skills.

• Access to ongoing professional development opportunities relevant to your role.

• A supportive and culturally safe working environment.

• Competitive salary under the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Practitioners and Aboriginal Community Controlled Services Award (MA000115).

How to Apply

If you're organised, safety-conscious, and interested in building a career in workplace health and safety within a community-focused organisation, we encourage you to apply.

Please send your resume and a cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria section to ***********@mamuhsl.org.au by Friday 21st August 2026.

To view the full Position Description, visit our website at www.mamuhsl.org.au.