Injury Management and HSW Partner

• Full-time, ongoing opportunity, 5 weeks annual leave and monthly ADO's
• $100,000 - $110,000 per annum (dependent on skills and experience), plus super
• High-impact, dual-focus role in a values driven organisation

At Oral Health Victoria (OHV), we are committed to delivering safe and supportive environments for our teams. We're currently seeking an experienced and compassionate
Injury Management and HSW Partner
to join our dynamic team and make a real impact.

What You'll Be Doing
In this critical role, you will be responsible for both
injury management
and supporting a positive
Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW)
culture across our organisation. Your responsibilities will include:

Injury Management & Return to Work

• Coordinate and manage workers' compensation and non-work-related injury cases
• Lead return-to-work (RTW) processes, liaising with employees, managers, medical providers and WorkCover agents
• Manage compensation payments, PIAWE, and payroll reconciliations
• Maintain accurate case files, injury management plans and documentation
• Provide expert advice and support to leaders managing injured or ill employees
• Ensure compliance with WIRC legislative requirements and organisational policies

Health, Safety & Wellbeing (HSW) Support

• Promote a strong safety-first culture across the organisation
• Partner with OHV stakeholders and external providers
• Support and drive wellbeing initiatives and HSW campaigns
• Participate in incident investigations, quality and safety walks, and workplace risk assessments
• Contribute to HSW Committees and internal HSW Networks
• Report on injury trends, claims performance and safety statistics

What You'll Bring

• Experience in injury management, RTW coordination, or workers' compensation case management
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport with employees and stakeholders at all levels
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation (e.g. WIRC Act)
• Proficient in data analysis and reporting to measure the success of injury prevention, management and Return to Work initiatives
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• A proactive and empathetic approach to supporting people through recovery
• Certificate IV in Cert IV Personal Injury Management (Return to Work) is desirable
• Return to Work Coordinator certification is desirable
• Certificate IV in WHS/OHS is desirable (Diploma highly regarded)

Why work at OHV?
It's the people who make the difference at OHV Join a friendly and collaborative team in a supportive and dynamic setting.

Salary Packaging:
In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of a generous salary package that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary. You can use up to $9,010 per year of your pre-tax income for a range of everyday items and expenses. This means you could pay less tax and have more money to spend

Mental Wellbeing:
Carlton boasts several green spaces, including the beautiful Carlton Gardens which provides a relaxing break from the office. Perfect for lunchtime strolls to recharge

Public Transport:
Carlton is well-connected by public transport, including trams and buses, making commuting convenient. The proximity to the CBD also means you can easily access various transport options.

Comprehensive Support:
We provide a committed Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through TELUS Health and a vibrant wellbeing hub to promote healthy habits and preventive care.

Culinary Scene:
Work at Carlton where it is renowned for its decadent food scene and charismatic culture. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a more leisurely meal after work, there are plenty of options nearby.

For more information regarding the position duties, please click here for the position description.

For further enquiries or for any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact

Please note: We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date once a suitable candidate has been identified.

Applications close 5pm Friday 10th October.
We acknowledge that diversity increases our ability to transform and achieve better health outcomes therefore we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse background, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.
OHV is committed to child safety and wellbeing and has zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. We provide an inclusive and welcoming environment where cultural safety for children is promoted and practiced.
OHV is a public health service and requires employees to be vaccinated in accordance with policies published by the Department of Health and/or public health orders issued by the government.