Workplace Safety and Wellbeing Associate

2 weeks ago

Ipswich, Australia Ipswich City Council Full time

**About us**

Neighbouring the Queensland capital of Brisbane, Ipswich is both the state’s fastest growing area and oldest provincial city. It is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity.

Ipswich City Council currently employs more than 1200 people and promotes a work place culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency and leadership. Council teams operate across a range of industries delivering a wide range of services to the community, with one common purpose:
**_‘To proudly enhance the quality of life for our community'_**

We achieve this by embedding our values in all that we do. Our high performing teams are making a positive difference in the community and you can be a part of history in shaping the future of this region, which is a catalyst for major growth.

**About the role**

As the Workplace Safety and Wellbeing Associate - Corporate Functions, you will be part of the Workplace Safety and Wellbeing team and will be responsible for providing sound operational direction and advice. Your main focus will be on the planning, regulatory, customer facing and corporate areas of Council.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

- Ensuring Council operations within the planning, regulatory, customer facing and corporate areas are appropriately risk assessed with controls in place to assist staff to safely carry out their duties.
- Advising, supporting, and enabling the development, implementation and maintenance of safety and other related systems and processes that achieve safe operating process.
- Providing professional and effective consultation services on safety matters and ensuring participation in safety consultative committees, safety meetings, local team works planning and safety review meetings.
- Providing advice and support to relevant stakeholders to facilitate, develop and embed a positive and sustainable culture of safe practice across Council and encourage involvement in the improvement of all aspects of safety.

**About you**

To be successful in this role you will have:

- An excellent fit with our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership
- Substantial knowledge of WHS risks, incident and injury trends, and the implementation of policy, procedures, and processes to ensure compliance and behaviour
- Substantial knowledge of Work Health and Safety legislation related to the provision of Council services
- Substantial verbal and written communication skills including the ability to present information to key stakeholders
- Demonstrated experience in safety investigation, audit, analysis, and improvement reporting.
- Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
- Hold Workplace Rehabilitation and Return to Work Coordinator qualification (desirable)

**What's on offer?**

This is a permanent position with an attractive salary package commencing at level 5.1 with an annual salary of $90,018, progressing a level each year with successful performance.
- Joining Council as a key member of a team that is passionate and dedicated to building a positive, inclusive, and constructive workplace culture
- Genuine demonstrated commitment to flexible work
- Working from a new Administration Building with a five-star green rating in the heart of the re-vitalised Ipswich CBD
- Four (4) weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
- Ongoing learning and development and career opportunities
- 15 days personal (sick and carers) leave annually
- A range of progressive Health & Wellbeing services

If you feel you're a good fit with our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.

Please submit your cover letter and resume prior to the closing date;

Please direct any related questions to Chris Lee, Workplace Safety and Wellbeing Manager, 07 3810 7924.

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks, if required for the position (which may include police record checks).

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination and violence.

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