Workplace Health
4 weeks ago
Southern Cross Care has an exciting opportunity for a proactive Workplace Health & Safety Advisor to join the team based at our Support Centre, conveniently located in Upper Mt Gravatt.
What can Southern Cross Care Queensland offer you?
- Competitive salary package + benefit of NFP salary sacrifice options
- Ongoing individualised training and mentoring programs
- Important role making an impact
- Opportunity to join a supportive purpose driven organisation offering exciting professional development growth
- Great staff culture
- Financial support programs
- Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families
- Convenient base location with option to work in a hybrid work environment
Reporting to the Manager – Health Safety and Wellbeing, as a WHS Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in driving the integration of safe culture and implementing key deliverable outcomes within SCC that strive for continuous improvement in health and safety, promote a culture of minimizing incident and injury risks, and support rigorous risk management, compliance, and robust safety outcomes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for you to play an essential role in advancing our work, health and safety processes through active engagement with team members and managers within SCC.
Responsibilities Of The Role Will Include
- Collaborating with managers and property teams to identify and implement effective risk management strategies, including completing risk assessments prior to commencing capital works.
- Promoting and supporting the identification of health and safety related risks as well as providing advice on suitable risk controls.
- Collaborating with relevant stakeholders to implement key WHS risk management related strategies.
- Coordinating Incident Investigations and implementation of corrective measures to prevent recurrence.
- Undertaking of regular inspections and audits to assess the effectiveness of risk controls and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitating the embedding of safety policies, procedures, compliance and risk management practices.
- Providing coaching and support to the safety leads during the monthly WHS inspection process and assisting to lead monthly safety lead network meetings.
- Partnering with managers to implement and embed safety requirements, procedures and guidelines.
- Supporting and contributing to WHS projects and initiatives aimed at improving safety performance and implementing new strategies.
- Demonstrating continuous commitment to WHS
- Tertiary qualification as a WHS Advisor or a related field (incident investigation, lead auditor (preferred)
- Demonstrated experience in a similar role, with a strong background in incident investigation, risk management, and conducting risk assessments (preferred).
- Knowledge or experience in WHS requirements for contractor engagement.
- Ability to build rapport easily and manage multiple competing priorities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work autonomously while coordinating with stakeholders and handling competing priorities.
- Ability to understand, apply, and communicate health and safety requirements, with a strong understanding of WHS legislation in Qld, NSW, and Victoria.
- A current and valid driver's licence and willingness and ability to travel regularly.
Southern Cross Care Queensland (SCCQ) is a Catholic not-for-profit organisation established by the Knights of the Southern Cross, more than 40 years ago. They saw a need to provide compassionate care and inclusive service to some of the most vulnerable, the ageing population, in the community.
Since then, SCCQ has grown to employ over 1700 staff caring for and supporting more than 2000 people across 17 residential aged care homes, 8 retirement villages, 28 social houses, the National Disability and Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and home care services in metropolitan and regional Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria.
We are passionate about growing communities where best lives are lived, and serving the needs of our residents and clients with compassion and care is, as always, at the heart of what we do.
At SCCQ, we are just as focused on creating a culture where every person matters. Our culture program, Known & Loved, is unique to Southern Cross Care Queensland, enabling staff to build genuine community connections with each other and those we serve.
How can you apply?
If you believe you are a Workplace Health & Safety Advisor with the qualifications and experience needed to fill this role and are ready to make a difference and help us grow communities where best lives are lived, then we'd love to hear from you. Apply today
If you have any queries around Southern Cross Care QLD 's recruitment process or about the role please contact us at employment@sccqld.com.au
Southern Cross Care Queensland is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate the diversity across our entire team and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Please note that all employment offers will be conditional upon a satisfactory NDIS workers screen, the right to work in Australia and maintaining an up to date flu vaccination status.
Our Mission: Inspired by Catholic moral and social teachings which value and respect human life and the dignity of the individuals, we will provide a quality of care and accommodation to meet the needs of all who place their trust in us.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
-
Workplace Health
4 weeks ago
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Southern Cross Care Full timeJoin a supportive and friendly team working together to make a real difference not only for the people we care for, but also each otherSouthern Cross Care has an exciting opportunity for a proactive Workplace Health & Safety Advisor to join the team based at our Support Centre, conveniently located in Upper Mt Gravatt.What can Southern Cross Care Queensland...
-
Consultant Workplace Health And Safety
2 weeks ago
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Buscojobs Full timeJoin to apply for the CONSULTANT WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY role at Brisbane City Council2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the CONSULTANT WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY role at Brisbane City Council Group : Corporate Services Branch : People and Culture Salary Range : Band 6 $112,055.00 to $123,989.00 plus superannuation...
-
Proactive Workplace Health Lead
20 hours ago
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeePhysiotherapist Full time $90,000 - $120,000Workplace Health SpecialistWe are seeking a skilled professional to lead the development and delivery of proactive and preventative health programs for businesses.Key Responsibilities:Design and implement evidence-based health solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of each clientCollaborate with clients to understand their business objectives and...
-
Workplace Health and Safety Advisor
3 weeks ago
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Arnold Group Australia Pty Ltd Full timeMy background spans a wide range of industries, including Education, Leisure, Retail, Corrections, Residential Aged Care, and Hospitals. With over 16 years of experience in safety management roles across Australia, I have a broad knowledge of all functions of safety, health, environment, and quality management systems. I am passionate about recruitment,...
-
Senior Workplace Physiotherapist
3 weeks ago
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Employ Health Full timeAre you tired of the same four walls everyday in private practice? Are you ready to try something new? Do you want to put your musculoskeletal physiotherapy skills to work for some of Australia's most iconic businesses?Or are you a new grad looking to be part of a supportive team?Key benefits:Work on proactive and preventative programsWork with clients...
-
Senior Workplace Physiotherapist
2 weeks ago
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Employ Health Full timeAre you tired of the same four walls everyday in private practice? Are you ready to try something new? Do you want to put your musculoskeletal physiotherapy skills to work for some of Australia's most iconic businesses?Or are you a new grad looking to be part of a supportive team?Key benefits:- Work on proactive and preventative programs- Work with clients...
-
Senior Workplace Physiotherapist
1 day ago
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Employ Health Full timeAre you tired of the same four walls everyday in private practice? Are you ready to try something new? Do you want to put your musculoskeletal physiotherapy skills to work for some of Australia's most iconic businesses?Or are you a new grad looking to be part of a supportive team?Key benefits:Work on proactive and preventative programsWork with clients...
-
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeRehabilitation Full time $90,000 - $120,000Workplace Health and Injury Management SpecialistAt our organization, we focus on delivering exceptional services in workplace health, injury management, and safety. Our team of experts provides support to clients across various industries, helping them return to work and regain their quality of life.The role involves applying clinical reasoning skills to...
-
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Buscojobs Full timeAo6 Principal Workplace Health Safety Advisor ...4000 Brisbane, Queensland $33 - $41 hour Cornerstone Medical RecruitmentPosted 11 days agoJob DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Homeless Health Outreach Team, delivering assessments, case management and interventions to people experiencing homelessness or unstable...
-
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Buscojobs Full timeAbout the roleThis role will be expected to represent MNH as an industrial advocate within a variety of forums including the Queensland Industrial Relations Commission and the Queensland Human Rights Commission. The role will be responsible for developing detailed submissions, briefing, and working closely with the Manager Workplace Relations to recommend...
