
Work Health and Safety Coordinator
2 weeks ago
Byron Shire Council is focused on partnering with our community and offers pristine beaches, diverse lifestyles, a magnificent natural environment and a subtropical climate. Stay, live and work in our community. **We have a newly created role available for an experienced Work Health and Safety Coordinator**who will **support the Manager People and Culture in managing Council's Work Health and Safety (WHS) framework**, leading the development of a safe work culture, ensuring compliance with legislation, and enhancing WHS performance through strategic advice, policy development, effective injury management, and leadership of the WHS team. Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:
- Provide high-level support, advice, and coaching to managers and supervisors on WHS matters, including policy compliance and safety legislation.
- Support and strengthen a “Safety First” culture, including oversight and improvements to Council's WHS Management System.
- Lead the development, review and implementation of WHS policies, procedures, and documentation in consultation with stakeholders.
- Lead the Work Health and Safety Committee to develop, implement, and monitor strategies that promote a safe work environment and drive continuous improvement in WHS practices across the organisation.
- Lead notifiable incident response (contractor and Council) to ensure timely investigation, compliance with reporting requirements, implementation of corrective actions, and the prevention of future incidents through improved safety practices.
- Advance safety culture by assisting in the induction of new employees with safety and WHS matters, providing general WHS training to staff, and attending toolbox talks and team meetings.
**Your knowledge and experience will include**:
- Demonstrated extensive experience in a similar position, including successfully leading a team
- Sound and thorough knowledge of NSW Work Health and Safety Legislation.
- Sound knowledge of Australian Standards, Advisory Standards and Industry Codes of Practice systems relating to WHS.
- Thorough knowledge of risk management practices and processes.
- Demonstrated understanding of Work Health and Safety/Rehabilitation and Return to Work environment.
**To be successful in this role you will have**:
- Tertiary qualifications in Work Health and Safety or other relevant discipline, with demonstrated extensive experience in a similar role building and maintaining a strong “Safety First” culture.
- Demonstrated thorough understanding and working knowledge of relevant WHS legislation and standards
- Demonstrated experience in the supervision of staff and effective team leadership.
- Demonstrated high level interpersonal skills and ability to provide excellent customer service and deliver quality service outcomes as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Local Government Act, Regulations, functions and associated legislation, would be highly regarded
- Demonstrated high level of diplomacy and discretion in dealing with confidential information.
- Excellent organisation skills and ability to plan and prioritise multiple projects while consistently meeting agreed timeframes.
- Demonstrated commitment to Work Health Safety, Equal Employment Opportunity and Cultural Diversity principles.
- Demonstrated computer literacy, with experience in the MS Office suite of software (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
- Current Drivers Licence
**We offer**:
- Permanent full-time position, 35 Hours week.
- Opportunity to be part of a supportive, high performing, values led, People and Culture team
- Flexible working arrangements
- Salary and Conditions will be in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award with an appointment at a salary in the range of $2,003.14 to $2,320.94 per week full time equivalent (dependent upon skills and experience).
- Partner with an organisation that is taking steps in all areas to reduce our carbon emissions and be an innovative and sustainable council.
Other benefits include:
- Annual salary reviews
- Superannuation
- Private Car Lease for the position
- Education and training support
- Flexible work hours
- Attractive salary packaging scheme.
- Employee Assistance Program (4 sessions per year)
- Fitness Passport
- Health and Wellbeing days
**Location**:
This position is based at Byron Bay, however Council can require you to work from other work sites as required for operational reasons.
**Contact**:
Vicki Lawrence, People and Culture Manager, Phone: (02) 6626 7163
**Closing date**:
**Position Description**:
We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements and encourage our people to explore new ways of working - including part-time, job-share or working from different locations. Everyone can ask about it.
**Pre-Employment Screening Process**:
-
Health & Safety Advisor - Byron Bay
2 weeks ago
Byron Bay, Australia Global 360 Full timeStability & security while assisting the local community - An opportunity to have an impact across the entire business - Support & guidance from experienced leaders **The Company**: Positioned as one of Australia's leading Insurance Builders, Johns Lyng Group has been established since 1953 and has a reputation for excellence. Management's transparent and...
-
Moreton Bay, Australia Queensland Government Full time**Positions available across multiple locations - Woodford, Wolston Correctional Centre, Brisbane Womens Correctional Centre, Borallon Training Correctional Centre, Lotus Glenn and Maryborough The role of Advisor Injury Management is a key member of the Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) team, providing and coordinating best practice injury management...
-
Mental Health Clinician
2 weeks ago
Byron Bay, Australia Each Full time**Full-time opportunity until June 2025 (possibility to extend)**: - ** Based at our Byron Bay office**: - ** $43 - $54 per hour (based on qualifications and experience - Paid at Nurses & Midwives CN4 / SACS Level 4 / Psychologist Grade 2**)**: - ** Generous**Salary Packaging** benefits of up to $18,550** EACH is the Lead Agency of the Therapeutic...
-
Health Safety
2 weeks ago
Batemans Bay, Australia Forestry Corporation of NSW Full time**Why grow your career with Forestry Corporation of NSW**: At Forestry Corporation of NSW, our values are at the heart of everything that we do. We hope you share our values of: **1. Wellbeing**: Everyone home, injury free, everyday **2. Respect**: We care for country, community, and ourselves **3. Integrity**: We are honest and accountable **4....
-
Health, Safety
2 weeks ago
Hervey Bay, Australia SeaLink K'gari (Fraser Island) Full time**The Opportunity**: The HSE Manager plays a crucial role within the SeaLink K’gari team by implementing and controlling health, safety and environment initiatives and strategies. Working closely with the leadership team, employees and other key stakeholders, their expertise and dedication to maintaining a safe workplace will contribute to the overall...
-
Logistics Coordinator
1 day ago
Byron Bay, Australia Global 360 Full time**The Company** To continue to meet the needs of clients, retain an excellent reputation for delivery and allow for the demands of an ever-growing business, we are looking to support local communities with employment opportunities for suitably qualified and experienced individuals to join us now. **Roles and Responsibilities** - Providing direct admin...
-
Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator
2 weeks ago
Byron Bay, Australia Byron Aged Care Full timeByron Bay, Australia Reference: 6665189 Byron Aged Care (BAC) is a boutique 41 bed aged care facility located in the heart of beautiful Byron Bay, caring for residents in a homelike setting on 1 acre of grounds within walking distance to the beach. Local residents have come to appreciate Byron Aged Care as the specialist dementia nursing home within the...
-
Student Finance Coordinator
1 week ago
Byron Bay, Australia Navitas Full time**About the role** - An administrative role supporting an experienced commercially focused finance team - Work in modern facilities on our beautiful Byron Bay Campus or remotely under agreement - Global company in the education space A key member of the Commercial Finance Team, the Student Finance Coordinator will assist in the day-to-day operations,...
-
Logistics Coordinator
6 days ago
Byron Bay, Australia Smart Energy Group Full time**Smart Energy** has grown to become one of Australia’s leading home electrification and renewable energy retailers, providing quality solutions to Aussie homeowners across the country.Our mission is to lead Australia to net zero emissions by offering a smooth, supported, and sustainable solution to rising energy costs - assisting Aussie homeowners in...
-
Oshc Coordinator
7 days ago
Byron Bay, Australia Byron Shire Council Full timeByron Shire Council is focused on partnering with our community and offers pristine beaches, diverse lifestyles, a magnificent natural environment and a subtropical climate. Byron Shire Council has a high performance, collaborative culture and we value our employees. As a employee you would partner with an organisation that is taking steps in all areas to...