Work Health

About the Role

As our Workplace Health & Safety Business Partner you will work in partnership with the organisation to develop and implement health and safety solutions, policies, and programs in alignment with legislative requirements.

Your primary focus will be to promote and support a culture of safety for all council employees through providing best practice advice on Work Health and Safety initiatives and processes. You will undertake incident investigations, assist in the development of corrective and preventative WHS actions, and support injury management and return to work cases.

A key focus of your role will also include delivering and implementing organisation wide initiatives to assist Council in managing psychosocial risks and hazards.

About You

To be successful in this role you will hold qualifications in Work Health & Safety and/or equivalent industry experience.

Having previously worked in a similar role you will possess thorough knowledge of WHS legislation in NSW and have the capability to assist Council in meeting its WHS objectives.

You will enjoy working on a variety of projects and initiatives and have a broad understanding of safe work procedures and managing psychosocial risks across a variety of environments, including high risk work sites.

Benefits

This is a 12-month temporary full-time role, working 35 hours per week with a salary commencing at $111,958 - $124,273 per year based on demonstrated experience + 12 % p.a. super.

Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees including:

• Access to our generous and various range of flexible work arrangements
• Access to Council's Healthy Employee Program which includes a subsidy of up to $125 per financial year and discounted gym memberships
• 3 weeks personal leave
• Health and Wellbeing Leave

Questions?

If after reading the role charter you have any questions, contact Leisa Tate, Manager Enterprise Risk, Health & Safety, on

Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.

To Apply

To apply for this opportunity, submit your resume and cover letter.

Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.

Applications close: Sunday 23 November 2025

What happens next?

Once applications close, we will review all candidates' details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit the "Jobs at Council" page on our website.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.

If you require special assistance, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact us for a confidential conversation )