Return to Work Coordinator

Return to Work Coordinator role at Sutherland Shire Council

Sutherland Shire Council provided pay range

This range is provided by Sutherland Shire Council. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

A$82,602.00/yr - A$87,556.00/yr

Join Our Injury Management Team

• Be a pivotal player in early intervention and injury management support.
• Contribute to the development of health and wellbeing initiatives within the Council.
• Opportunity to influence return-to-work outcomes and support sound business decisions.
• Engage with a collaborative team while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.

About Us

Sutherland Shire Council is dedicated to fostering community well-being through innovative services and support. We are committed to creating a positive workplace where every employee's contribution is valued. Join us in making a meaningful impact in our community.

Our Council provides a dynamic environment that encourages professional growth and collaboration. We engage in various initiatives aimed at enhancing the health, safety, and well-being of our employees and residents.

About The Role

The Return to Work Coordinator plays a vital role in providing early intervention and rehabilitation services within the Council. This position focuses on facilitating effective return-to-work processes while also contributing to injury prevention strategies through the implementation of health and wellbeing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to Council's Code of Conduct and relevant policies in all aspects of work.
• Promote continuous improvement to enhance community service delivery.
• Ensure safety standards are met to maintain physical and psychological well-being in the workplace.
• Complete mandatory training in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate Council's values through professional interactions and teamwork.
• Utilise Council resources responsibly and sustainably.

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will possess strong qualifications and experience in injury management and return-to-work processes. You will be an effective communicator with the ability to lead and provide guidance on relevant issues.

• Relevant tertiary qualifications, including Return to Work Coordinator Certification.
• A current Driver's Licence.
• Proven experience in incident and claims management, human resources, and office administration.
• Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to interpret and apply workers' compensation legislation effectively.
• Experience with Figtree Systems software and working with external providers is desirable.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference and possess the required skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.

Join our Team and Grow with Us

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 14th September 2025
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of the closing date
• Hours of work: Permanent Full Time. You will have the option of a 19 day month through Council's flex system.
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government's Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Human Resources and General Business

Industries

• Health and Human Services

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