Health, Safety

17 hours ago

Altona Victoria, Australia Hobsons Bay City Council Full time $75,711 - $98,724 per year
  • Altona location, close to public transport
  • Permanent Part Time (30.4 hours/week over 5 days)
  • Salary $75,511 to $87,624 pro rata + super
  • Support Council's health, safety, wellbeing and child safety objectives

About Hobsons Bay

At Hobsons Bay City Council we are dedicated to fostering a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace. Our recent team restructure has created this new role, designed to strengthen our approach to holistic health, safety, wellbeing and child safety.

This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to improve our organisational and safety culture.

About the Role

Join a team that values the wellbeing of our people and our place. As our Health, Safety & Wellbeing (HS&W) Officer – Outdoor, you'll play a vital role in supporting Council's health, safety, wellbeing, and child safety objectives. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact across our outdoor workforce and community.

What You'll Do

  • Partner with teams to implement safety, wellbeing, and child safety initiatives
  • Conduct workplace inspections, audits, and risk assessments
  • Support injury management and return-to-work programs
  • Assist in delivering wellbeing programs and child safety training
  • Maintain accurate documentation and support compliance reporting

What You'll Bring

  • Diploma or Certificate in OHS, Wellbeing, or related field (or significant experience)
  • Return-to-Work Coordinator certification (or willingness to obtain)
  • Strong knowledge of OHS legislation and risk management
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Experience in safety, wellbeing, or compliance roles (local government preferred)

How to apply

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact and be part of meaningful change, we'd love to hear from you

Follow the links to attach:

  • a cover letter outlining your suitability to the role

  • and resume

The position description can be accessed on our website. To find out more about the role, please contact Jeremy Swan, Interim Coordinator Health, Safety & Wellbeing on

Applications will be accepted until 11:30PM 5th October 2025.

Applications will be reviewed throughout the application period, and interviews may commence before the application period expires.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Progressed candidates will be required to complete a National Police Check & WWCC.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa with full unrestricted working rights. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

Make an impact that matters

At Hobsons Bay we work as one to achieve exceptional outcomes for our community.

Hobsons Bay Council is shaping precincts, building community infrastructure, delivering positive environmental, social and economic outcomes through programs and policies, and providing over 120 services to strengthen our diverse community.

If you're ready to rise to the challenge of making a real difference, join us to help create a community and city that is inclusive, empowered, sustainable and visionary.

What can we offer

Council offers hybrid working with newly renovated office facilities in the Civic Centre.

We support ongoing professional development, as your career matters to us

We are a proud inclusive employer. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities. Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe and inclusive environments where everyone can grow and succeed.

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