Regional WHS Officer

1 day ago


Belconnen, ACT, Australia IRT Group Full time
About IRT Group

IRT Group is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We strive to create a culture that promotes excellence and respect for all employees. If you're passionate about making a difference and don't feel like you 'tick all the boxes', we encourage you to apply and be part of our inclusive team.

With over 50 years of experience, IRT Group's mission remains the same - to provide better options in housing and care for older people. We're proud to be one of Australia's largest community-owned providers of independent living, aged care, and home care, serving over 9100 people every day in NSW, the ACT, and Qld.

About the Role

The Regional Work, Health and Safety Officer is a critical role that involves implementing and maintaining Work Health and Safety systems, processes, policy, legislation, frameworks, and initiatives at an Aged Care Centre level. This role requires a strong focus on safety and risk-reduction measures, as well as effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders.

The successful applicant will work part-time (2 days a week) at our Aged Care Centres in Belconnen and be responsible for:

  • Contributing to and promoting a positive safety culture, demonstrating a pragmatic and solutions-focused approach to safety and risk-reduction measures.
  • Supporting the Aged Care Centre to achieve safety targets through the delivery of timely, accurate safety advice, incident investigation, and inspection processes.
  • Working closely with IRT's WHS team to implement, maintain, and monitor WHS plans, policy, procedures, systems, and frameworks, inductions within the Aged Care Centre to achieve strategic objectives.
  • Assisting Aged Care leaders with consultation on WHS matters, including coordination of WHS committee meetings, tool box talks, knowledge sharing, and training.
  • Supporting the delivery of WHS compliance tasks as part of the WHS management system.
  • Attending monthly site audits, Protecht audits, and safety engagements.
  • Consulting effectively with key stakeholders to develop practical solutions supported by education and training.
  • Reporting monthly to the Business Manager on hazard and incident trends, workers' compensation open claims, and WHS statistics.
Requirements
  • Certificate IV in Work, Health and Safety.
  • Incident Investigation training.
  • Return-To-Work Coordinator accreditation.
  • Fire Officer accreditation.
  • Proven experience in a similar WHS or Human Resources generalist role.
  • Proven ability to identify, analyze, and report on risks and data, as well as develop effective and efficient strategies to manage risks and improve performance.
  • High-level communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and influencing skills, with the ability to maintain confidential information in a professional and discrete manner.
  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and understanding of Safety KPIs.
  • Ability to execute and monitor Company risk and compliance requirements.
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret legislation, policies, and procedures and ensure they are operating within the work environment.
  • Current Class C Driver's License with an ability to travel to IRT operating regions as required (NSW, ACT, QLD).
Benefits
  • Competitive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packaging.
  • Flexible working conditions.
  • Birthday leave - relax and take a day off on us.
  • Professional and career development opportunities.
  • Multiple career pathways.
  • Discounted gym memberships.
  • Free counseling via Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and staff wellness program.


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