Health, Safety and Wellbeing Officer

Job Category: Administration,Office of the CEO,Operations,People & Culture

Established in 1981, SNAICC – National Voice for our Children is the national non-government peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. SNAICC’s vision is that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people and families are protected, our communities determine their own futures, and our cultural identity is valued. We work to amplify the voice of community and the sector for the fulfilment of the rights of our children.

SNAICC plays a key role in the following areas:

Research and policy development, with high-level leadership, policy and sector representation

Training and resource design, development and delivery including topics such as early childhood development, partnerships, family support, trauma, and cultural competency.

Support for sector development, membership, and networking.

Job Description

- Full Time – 76 hours per fortnight
- Fixed term – 2 Years
- Location – Melbourne
- Salary – $97,118 -$101,554 + 12% super & salary packaging options

SNAICC strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

The Position:

The Health, Safety and Wellbeing Officer will be the focal point for health, safety and wellbeing across the organisation, providing specialist advice, coaching and practical support that enables leaders and employees to meet SNAICC’s Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) obligations and embed in a proactive safety culture. The role builds trusted relationships at all levels to help managers implement safe systems of work, conduct risk assessments and respond effectively to hazards and incidents, ensuring our people can deliver on SNAICC’s mission in a safe and secure environment.

We are looking for someone who:

- Broad knowledge and understanding of issues impacting upon Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families and commitment to the rights, needs and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.
- 4 years of demonstrated experience in a WHS role.
- Proven ability to manage WHS systems, incident investigations and compliance audits.
- Experience in managing Workcover claims and employee return-to-work programs.
- Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, standards, and best practices.
- Demonstrated skills, knowledge and behaviour to work alongside people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful and inclusive way, or the capacity to develop these.
- Excellent writing skills, including the ability to produce a range of different kinds of high-quality written materials and translate complex information into plain language and actions.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide training and mentoring in safety matters.

Prior to applying for this role, please review the Position Description (this can be viewed on our website).

Applications must include:

The successful applicant will be required to have or obtain a current Working with Children Check and a National Police Check.

SNAICC reserves the right to commence recruitment proceedings immediately.

SNAICC is committed to everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children. Successful applicants are required to adhere to our Child safe practices and policies.

SNAICC does not require the assistance of recruitment agencies at this time – thank you. Please be advised that SNAICC is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes submitted outside of its recruitment process.

- A brief cover letter outlining why you are applying for the position
- Written responses to how you meet each of the key selection criteria, including short examples demonstrating your proficiency for each criteria
- A resume with your skills, experience, and qualifications, relevant to the role

Desired Skills and Experience

- Cert IV in Workplace Health & Safety or a related discipline.
- Working with Children Check
- Current police check (no older than three months)

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