Injury Management and HSW Partner

Join to apply for the Injury Management and HSW Partner role at Oral Health Victoria (formerly Dental Health Services Victoria).

A$100,000.00/yr - A$110,000.00/yr

• Injury Management & Return to Work: Coordinate and manage workers' compensation and non-work-related injury cases
• Lead return-to-work (RTW) processes, liaising with employees, managers, medical providers and WorkCover agents
• Manage compensation payments, PIAWE, and payroll reconciliations
• Maintain accurate case files, injury management plans and documentation
• Provide expert advice and support to leaders managing injured or ill employees
• Ensure compliance with WIRC legislative requirements and organisational policies
• Promote a strong safety-first culture across the organisation
• Partner with OHV stakeholders and external providers
• Support and drive wellbeing initiatives and HSW campaigns
• Participate in incident investigations, quality and safety walks, and workplace risk assessments
• Contribute to HSW committees and internal HSW networks
• Report on injury trends, claims performance and safety statistics

• Experience in injury management, RTW coordination, or workers' compensation case management
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport with employees and stakeholders at all levels
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation (e.g. WIRC Act)
• Proficient in data analysis and reporting to measure the success of injury prevention, management and Return to Work initiatives
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• A proactive and empathetic approach to supporting people through recovery
• Certificate IV in Personal Injury Management (Return to Work) is desirable
• Return to Work Coordinator certification is desirable
• Certificate IV in WHS/OHS is desirable (Diploma highly regarded)

It's the people who make the difference at OHV. Join a friendly and collaborative team in a supportive and dynamic setting.

Salary Packaging: In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of a generous salary package that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay. You can use up to $9,010 per year of your pre-tax income for a range of everyday items and expenses.

Mental Wellbeing: Carlton offers green spaces such as Carlton Gardens for breaks and strolls to recharge.

Public Transport: Carlton is well-connected by public transport, with easy access to CBD options.

Comprehensive Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through TELUS Health and a wellbeing hub to promote healthy habits and preventive care.

Culinary Scene: Carlton's diverse food options nearby.

Additional information: For more information regarding position duties, please click here for the position description. For inquiries or reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact

Please note: We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date once a suitable candidate has been identified.

We acknowledge that diversity increases our ability to transform and achieve better health outcomes, therefore we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members of the LGBTQI community, and people with disability.

OHV is committed to child safety and wellbeing and has zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. We provide an inclusive and welcoming environment where cultural safety for children is promoted and practiced.

OHV is a public health service and requires employees to be vaccinated in accordance with policies published by the Department of Health and/or public health orders issued by the government.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Human Resources

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, and Public Health