OHS Service Officer

About the Department

The department provides a wide range of learning and development support and services.

The department provides policy leadership, plans for the future of education in Victoria and leads key cross-sector collaboration. The department plays an important system steward role by providing support, guidance, oversight and assurance across early childhood and school education systems, as well as directly providing school education and 50 new early learning centres.

About the Division

The Department of Education's Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Services Branch is seeking a skilled and dedicated OHS Services Officer to join the North Western Victoria Region (NWVR).

The OHS Services Branch empowers employees through flexible work arrangements, career development pathways and cross-functional learning opportunities. Our inclusive culture fosters collaboration, knowledge sharing and continuous development. Together, we are driven by a shared purpose of improving health, safety and wellbeing outcomes for Victorian government schools.

About the Role

This is a Full-time, fixed-term position until 31 July 2028, based in Coburg. The role offers an excellent opportunity for an OHS professional looking to expand their experience supporting Victorian government schools while working as part of a collaborative regional team.

In this hands-on role, you will provide high-quality advice and deliver essential OHS and emergency management services to principals, school leaders and employees.

If you are committed to excellence in OHS and emergency management, have a proven track record and enjoy working in a supportive and collaborative team environment, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Join our dynamic team and contribute to improving the safety of Victorian government schools while being supported by a vibrant culture of development and connection.

Key responsibilities include:

• Working collaboratively as part of a regionally based team to deliver consistent, hands-on OHS and emergency management services and support to schools, helping achieve safer school environments.
• Partnering with schools to complete OHS and emergency management planning tasks, offering expert guidance, including on the effective use of digital systems.
• Providing exceptional service delivery and building strong relationships with schools, regional offices, contracted external providers and key members of the Division.
• Championing best practices and driving continuous improvement in OHS and emergency management processes.

This role reports to the Manager, OHS Services, North Western Victoria Region (NWVR) and receives guidance and mentoring from Senior OHS Services Officers. The role works closely with school principals and leaders and requires regular travel throughout the region to undertake school visits.

How to apply:

Please provide - 

• A cover letter (maximum two pages) addressing the Key Selection Criteria; and
• A current CV.

Further Information

For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.

The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.

Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.

For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Peter Thlimenos - Manager OHS Servicesvia ***************@education.vic.gov.au

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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Applications close 11:59pm on Friday 21 August 2026