Health and Safety Program Coordinator

**Health And Safety Program Coordinator**:
**Position Number**: 0063814
**Location**:Parkville
**Role type**:Full-time; Continuing
**Department**:Business Services; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio
**Salary**:UOM 6 - $96,459 - $104,413 p.a. plus 17% super
- **Support the implementation of health and safety programs, ensuring compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture.**:

- **Play a key role in driving safety initiatives and improvements within a large, complex organisation.**:

- **Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment**

**About the Role**
This exciting role supports the implementation of innovative health and safety programs across the University. As a key member of the Health and Safety team, you will contribute to maintaining compliance, managing critical areas like chemical inventories, and delivering engaging training programs. By collaborating closely with stakeholders, you will play a vital role in enhancing the University's safety culture and fostering a proactive risk management environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Planning, coordinating, and executing key health and safety programs, including system management, regulatory compliance, and training initiatives, ensuring timely completion and adherence to University standards.
- Assisting in identifying and implementing process improvements, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations, and supporting incident investigations and regulatory reporting.
- Developing and disseminating effective communication materials to promote safety awareness, engaging stakeholders, and supporting the continuous improvement of the University's health and safety programs.

**Who we are looking for**

You will also have:

- Qualifications in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.
- Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation, regulations, standards, and codes.
- Previous experience working in Health and Safety within a large and complex organisation is required.
- Familiarity with operational chemical - handling, use, transit and disposal and chemical inventory management systems (e.g., ChemWatch).

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.

**Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position**. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

**Your new team - Business Services**
Business Services provides a full range of class leading services to all operating entities of the University and comprises thirteen teams supporting the University community.

**What we offer you**
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page

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**Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants**
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**Join Us**
- **Resume**:

- **Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience**

**Please note that you are**not required** to respond to the selection criteria in the.**

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the.

**Advertised**: 13 Jan 2025 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

**Applications close**: 27 Jan 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time