Health & Safety Officer

2 days ago

Fortitude Valley, Australia YMCA Brisbane Full time

**“We believe in the power of inspired young people”**

**The Y Brisbane** is a not-for-profit organisation with leading services in childcare, fitness, camping, education, hospitality, youth, recreation and community programs. As the largest global youth movement, reaching almost 65 million people in 120 countries, the Y has a shared purpose of empowering young people. We have been working in local communities across Australia since 1854 and in Brisbane from 1864.

We are now recruiting for a **Health & Safety Officer** to join our team based in **Fortitude Valley** on a **Permanent, Full-Time** basis.

**ABOUT THE ROLE**

The primary responsibility of a** Health & Safety Officer **is to work alongside our multi-disciplinary team at our Head Office to assist in ensuring a high level of safety is maintained throughout the Y, across all of our facilities and services.

Key responsibilities include (but are not limited too):

- Provide administrative support and assist the WHS Team in carrying out operational activities
- Assist in maintenance of WHS Team safety documents and electronic filing systems
- Provide basic health and safety advice in response to enquiries from Y facilities;
- Assist in collection and preparation of WHS data for statistical and reporting purposes
- Assist in preparation of monthly reports on health and safety
- Assist in carrying out WHS monitoring activities at facilities
- Participate in the development of the WHS Management System
- Carry out research and assist in health and safety project support
- Identifying hazards, risks and reporting
- Processing of workers compensation claims and coordination of injured workers return to work.

**SELECTION CRITERIA**
- Recent experience in a similar role or role as rehabilitation and return to work coordinator;
- A relevant qualification in Health and Safety. Cert IV
- Be able to demonstrate an understanding of health and safety and workers compensation legislation.
- Current (P) Blue Card or willingness to obtain.
- C - Class driver’s license.
- Ability to problem solve and use good judgement.
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Work well as part of a team
- High attention to detail and proven ability to identify hazards in the workplace.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of computer skills in Microsoft suite of products

**IN RETURN**
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**The Y **offer an excellent employee benefits program which includes:

- Free YMCA Gym membership
- Ability to access Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 per annum)
- Discounted accommodation rates at the George Williams Hotel
- Discounted rates at our Childcare facilities
- Discount with our health insurance provider: Medibank
- A range of online benefits through our online employee discounts and benefits program.

**APPLICATIONS**

If you are interested in joining our team as a **Health & Safety Officer**, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your experience alongside the selection criteria.

To proceed, please the click **‘Apply’** button.

**Our Commitment**

The YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people

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