Work Health and Safety Coordinator

Job No: GISC301

Location: Glen Innes

• Permanent Full-Time (70 hours per fortnight)
• Salary negotiable based on experience
• Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO)

Make a Real Impact in a Supportive Community

Join Glen Innes Severn Council and help shape a safer, healthier workplace for our staff and community. As our Work Health and Safety Coordinator, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our compliance with WHS legislation and fostering a positive safety culture across our diverse operations.

About Glen Innes

Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with short commutes, affordable housing, and easy access to beaches, regional centres, and outstanding recreational facilities. Be part of a welcoming, dynamic community in the beautiful New England region.

Why Work With Us?

• Competitive salary and superannuation
• Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
• Salary packaging (including novated leasing and remote area housing benefits)
• Health and wellbeing programs, employee vaccinations, and PPE supplied
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Friendly, collaborative team environment in a vibrant rural community

About the Role

As the Work Health and Safety Coordinator, you will:

• Plan, coordinate, and review WHS programs and systems
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and Council's WHS Management Plan
• Develop and maintain safe work procedures, emergency plans, and risk assessments
• Lead incident reporting, investigations, and corrective actions
• Coordinate WHS training and promote safety awareness
• Support workers compensation and return-to-work programs
• Provide guidance and support to managers, staff, contractors, and volunteers

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• In-depth knowledge of the NSW Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and Regulations
• Experience developing and monitoring WHS systems
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Current Class C Driver's Licence

Desirable:

• Relevant WHS qualification
• SIRA Return-to-Work Coordinator accreditation
• Experience with WHS management software

Interested in Applying?

• Carefully download and read the Guide to Applying for Employment, together with the position description to familiarise yourself with the role and application process
• Please upload documents in PDF or word format
• Please note that as part of Glen Innes Severn Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment checks. This may include: reference checks; national criminal police check; functional/medical assessment; qualification verification; Working with Children Check and NDIS verification
• Our recruitment notification process is primarily via system generated emails. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting an application to avoid missing crucial updates and outcomes. Email communication notifications are used for but not limited to: application received, interview booking tools, confirmation of interview, request for references/more information, delay notifications, testing/assessments (aptitude/psychometric/industry specific) and application outcomes (unsuccessful before or after interview)
• Please regularly check your 'junk mail' or ensure our email address and Pulse email is set to 'trustworthy'

Need More Information or Assistance?

Applications close

5:00pm on Monday 20 October 2025

Position related enquires

Peter Sayers

Manager Administration and Human Resources

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Application process enquiries

Helen Stapleton

Human Resources Officer

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Council is an EEO employer. Women, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, and members of racial, ethnic, and ethno-religious minority groups are encouraged to apply.

Bernard Smith - General Manager

Promoting a safe and healthy workplace