Chemical Safety Coordinator

Requisition No: 6030

Executive Division: People Culture & Communications

Division: Safety Risk & Emergency Management

Program: Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)

Department: OH&S

Enterprise Agreement: Varied Health and Allied Services, Managers and Ad

Job Function: Administration & Leadership

Project:

Chemical Safety Coordinator

• Location: Sunshine Hospital

• Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term (until December 2026)

• Salary: Admin Grade 4 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the Role:

Western Health is seeking a dedicated and experienced Chemical Safety Coordinator to join our Safety, Risk & Emergency Management team on a 12-month contract. This pivotal role ensures the safe management of hazardous chemicals across all Western Health facilities, supporting a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

You will lead the development and implementation of chemical safety protocols, conduct risk assessments, manage compliance with legislation, and deliver training to staff. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain chemical safety programs and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OHS, EPA, and Dangerous Goods regulations.
• Maintain chemical inventories, manifests, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Conduct chemical risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Coordinate emergency response and chemical spill procedures.
• Deliver training and promote chemical safety awareness.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and support audits and inspections.
• Collaborate with departments such as Pharmacy, Pathology, Engineering, and Infection Prevention.

About You:

Essential:

• Tertiary qualification in Chemistry, OHS, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Experience in chemical safety management in healthcare or laboratory settings.
• Strong knowledge of WHS, EPA, and Dangerous Goods legislation.
• Excellent communication and training skills.
• Proficiency in risk assessment and incident reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach.

Desirable:

• Certification in hazardous materials or chemical safety (e.g., CCSP).
• Experience with ISO 9001 or similar quality systems.
• Understanding of sustainability and waste management practices.

Position Description

About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne's western suburbs.

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia's most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women's prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.

• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.

• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.

• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.

• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.

• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.

• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.

• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

If you're passionate about caring for your colleagues and community, we'd love to hear from you.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 28 November 2025.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Smruti Geary via

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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