Return to Work Coordinator

Join Our Injury Management Team

• Be a pivotal player in early intervention and injury management support.
• Contribute to the development of health and wellbeing initiatives within the Council.
• Opportunity to influence return-to-work outcomes and support sound business decisions.
• Engage with a collaborative team while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.

About Us

Sutherland Shire Council is dedicated to fostering community well-being through innovative services and support. We are committed to creating a positive workplace where every employee's contribution is valued. Join us in making a meaningful impact in our community.

Our Council provides a dynamic environment that encourages professional growth and collaboration. We engage in various initiatives aimed at enhancing the health, safety, and well-being of our employees and residents.

About The Role

The Return to Work Coordinator plays a vital role in providing early intervention and rehabilitation services within the Council. This position focuses on facilitating effective return-to-work processes while also contributing to injury prevention strategies through the implementation of health and wellbeing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to Council's Code of Conduct and relevant policies in all aspects of work.
• Promote continuous improvement to enhance community service delivery.
• Ensure safety standards are met to maintain physical and psychological well-being in the workplace.
• Complete mandatory training in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate Council's values through professional interactions and teamwork.
• Utilise Council resources responsibly and sustainably.

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will possess strong qualifications and experience in injury management and return-to-work processes. You will be an effective communicator with the ability to lead and provide guidance on relevant issues.

• Relevant tertiary qualifications, including Return to Work Coordinator Certification.
• A current Driver's Licence.
• Proven experience in incident and claims management, human resources, and office administration.
• Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to interpret and apply workers' compensation legislation effectively.
• Experience with Figtree Systems software and working with external providers is desirable.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference and possess the required skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.

Join our Team and Grow with Us

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 14th September 2025
• Interview date:
  Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of the closing date
• Package:
  $82,602 - $87,556 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation.
• Hours of work:
  Permanent Full Time. You will have the option of a 19 day month through Council's flex system.
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government's Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.