Employee Health and Wellbeing Specialist

Employee Health and Wellbeing Specialist - Full or Part Time

• Exciting opportunity have meaningul impact on Council's workforce through proactive and preventative health and wellbeing programs
• Diverse role including case management, health initiatives and mental health support
• Flexible work arrangements available including a 9 day fortnight, part time hours possible

Council seeks a passionate and suitably qualified specialist to join our Health and Wellbeing team, with permanent and contract opportunities available. As a pivotal function in Council's People & Culture Division, the Health and Wellbeing team provides proactive and preventative support services to approximately 650 employees across a diverse range of disciplines.  This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic individual work in a close-knit team that makes a real difference in the lives of our employees.

Reporting to the Leader Employee Health & Wellbeing and working closely with stakeholders from across the organisation, key responsibilities will include:

• Managing workers compensation and return-to-work programs, ensuring effective injury management for both physical and psychological injuries.
• Coordinating health and wellbeing initiatives, including workplace health campaigns, staff events, and proactive programs that promote resilience and engagement.
• Supporting employees through mental health pathways, providing referral options and access to the Employee Assistance Program.
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, medical providers, rehabilitation specialists, and insurers.
• Monitoring compliance with relevant legislation and ensure Council maintains best practice in workplace health and wellbeing.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Qualified in a relevant discipline (e.g., Nursing, Physiotherapy, Allied Health, HR, or related).
• Experienced in workers compensation case management, return-to-work coordination, and health promotion.
• Skilled in developing and delivering wellbeing initiatives and supporting employees in navigating referral pathways for mental health and personal challenges.
• An excellent communicator who can work empathetically with employees, leaders, healthcare providers, and insurers.
• Knowledgeable in relevant WHS, workers compensation, and injury management legislation.

Additional training such as Mental Health First Aid or a Certificate IV in WHS would be highly regarded.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and committed professional to join a progressive regional council while making a real difference to the health and wellbeing of our staff.

This position has been classified as a Grade 14 with a salary of $84, $91,192.49 for 35 hours work per week or prorated for part time equivalent. Flexible working arrangements will be considered by mutual agreement and according to operational requirements. Part time hours would be considered for the right individual. Permament and contract arrangements are available.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a Pre-employment Medical Screening including Alcohol & Other Drugs Testing.

Please contact Natasha Beer Manager People and Culture on if you have any questions about this position.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday 12 October 2025.

WHY IS IT 'WORTH' WORKING AT TAMWORTH REGIONAL COUNCIL?

For your LIFESTYLE: More time in your day with flexibility for your passions, family or play  It's Worth It - Lifestyle

For our COMMUNITY: Help create Tamworth tomorrow, leave your mark on our city. It's Worth It - Community

For your CAREER: Boost your career, the sky is the limit. It's Worth It - Career

For BELONGING: Join a family that values team spirit and genuinely cares about your wellbeing. It's Worth It - Belonging

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A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK

Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community.

The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW. Our recently adopted plan for the future of the region, 'Blueprint 100', drives strategic vision for growth as a region, as we plan for how the city and the region will sustainably accommodate a population of 100,000 people.

Our people strive to build a great organisational culture fostering our shared values of Teamwork, Equity, Accountability, Customer Orientation and Health and Safety whilst embracing the drive for excellence, innovation and respect.

ABOUT OUR REGION

The Tamworth Regional is a fabulous place to call home boasting the vibrant regional city of Tamworth along with the towns of Manilla, Barraba, Nundle and Kootingal as well as 17 hamlets, villages and rural areas. Located just 4 hours' drive (or a direct flight) to bustling Sydney and multiple coastal locations within 3-4 hours' drive, Tamworth is a central hub and a place to enjoy all year round.

Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you'd expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long term friends and create a professional career.

As the capital of the North West region, Tamworth is home to major health and education centres, affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles, attractive employment and business opportunities with a robust and innovative local economy. In addition, the Tamworth region boasts a proud sporting culture with world class facilities and a supporting community of clubs.

Tamworth Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse, respectful, safe and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.

Council is committed to promoting the care, protection and safeguarding of children. To learn more about our Commitment to Child Safety Statement and screening processes, click the link below.