whs and wellbeing project officer

1 week ago

Adelaide SA, Australia Department for Child Protection, South Australia Full time $76,000 - $80,000 per year

Department for Child Protection

Job reference: 702805

Location: ADELAIDE

Job status: Long Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role Status: Full-time term vacancy available until 27 July 2027

Remuneration: $76,561 - $80,256

Role Details:

Looking for a role where your support makes a real difference? Join us as a WHS and Wellbeing Project Officer in Adelaide, where you'll work closely with the Safety and Wellbeing team to deliver programs and initiatives that support staff health, safety and positive workplace culture. From coordinating the Employee Assistance Program to assisting with wellbeing projects and communications, you'll play an important role in helping the department create safe and supportive workplaces. This is your chance to contribute to meaningful projects in a collaborative team.

In this role, you will

  • Support WHS and wellbeing projects that improve staff safety and culture
  • Coordinate programs such as EAP, Fitness Passport and Peer Support
  • Assist with project research, planning, documentation and reporting
  • Manage wellbeing inbox enquiries and update intranet content

To be successful

You are a proactive professional who enjoys supporting projects and helping teams deliver positive outcomes. You bring strong skills in organisation, communication and research, and you are confident working with a range of stakeholders to keep projects on track.

You thrive in a collaborative environment where your coordination skills and attention to detail ensure programs run smoothly. Your adaptability, problem-solving and commitment to creating safe and supportive workplaces will make you a valued member of the team.

If you're ready to contribute your skills and grow in the WHS and wellbeing space, we encourage you to apply.

About the Business:

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.

What We Offer:

  • Employee Assistance Program: confidential and independent counselling for you and your family.
  • Strong commitment to learning and development.
  • Paid Parental and Partner Leave.
  • Free annual flu vaccination for staff.
  • Leave loading and salary packaging opportunities.

Special Conditions:

To find out more about this role, including the key selection criteria and special conditions, please click on the attached role description.

Enquiries: Kyla Ormrod - Manager Safety & Wellbeing on or email:

The department values an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and people from the LGBTQI+ community.

To apply for this role, please click the 'apply' button to be re-directed to the DCP Career Portal.

Applications close: 19/10/2025 11:00 PM

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