Work, Health, Safety

Work, Health, Safety (WHS), Risk & Compliance Lead

• ESO Grade 6
• Cross-Campus Role
• Full-time, Permanent Position

About Cardijn

Cardijn College is a leading R-12 co-educational Catholic school established in 1984, deeply connected to the Marist tradition and inspired by the dual charisms of our patrons, Cardinal Joseph Cardijn and St. Marcellin Champagnat.

Located in the Southern Vales region of Adelaide, Cardijn has grown to three campuses, each offering a unique educational environment to over 2,100 students, supported by more than 300 dedicated staff members.

• Cardijn College Marian in Noarlunga Downs enrols students from Years 7 to 12, offering an extensive curriculum alongside a vibrant extra-curricular program to support a range of learning pathways and cater to the varied interests of our students.
• Cardijn College Marcellin in Christie Downs has a focus on vocational education and training for students in Years 10 to 12 and beyond, with relationships that extend well into their careers. Marcellin facilitates seamless transitions into professional life through strong industry partnerships, equipping students with the skills and experiences necessary for career success.
• Cardijn College Galilee in Aldinga enrols students from Reception to Year 9, providing a nurturing environment with an emphasis on ecological awareness and a personalised sense of belonging.

The WHS, Risk and Compliance Lead works under broad direction to deliver a professional service and is responsible for shaping and leading the development and maintenance of a best practice safety, risk and compliance culture. The WHS, Risk and Compliance Lead seeks professional advice as appropriate and forms professional partnerships to continuously improve practices within the school.

The Key Responsibilities include:

• Manage the WHS and Return to Work (RTW) function across multiple campuses, including a technical college with elevated safety risks, ensuring tailored risk management approaches for diverse learning and work environments whilst ensuring legislative and policy requirements are effectively met.
  
• Develop and maintain an online WHS induction process and checklist and ensure that all staff, contractors, and volunteers, are appropriately inducted to enable safe use of designated places, materials and equipment within the school.
  
• Undertake WHS evacuations, risk assessments, audits, and inspections on a regular basis, and undertake investigation of hazards, incidents, injuries or near misses and ensure corrective action appropriate to the situation occurs.
  
• Review, enhance and maintain the design and implementation of the school's Risk Management framework to create and protect value within the school.
• Monitor the school's ongoing compliance with all relevant Commonwealth and State legislative and regulatory requirements and act accordingly to maintain compliance.
  

What You'll Get:

• A workplace that fosters an environment of growth, wellbeing and teamwork
  
• A diverse range of tasks across multiple campuses
• Opportunities for Professional Development and networking across various CESA sites.

To Apply

1. To download the Position Information Description, go to the Cardijn College Employment webpage: 
2. To download the CESA Declaration Form, click here: Form
3. Click on the "Apply for This Job" button
4. Address your application to the Principal, Mr. Steve Byrne, upload the following documents as PDF files: 
   • A cover letter - 2-3 pages, detailing your suitability and experience for the role.
   • Curriculum Vitae - 2-3 pages, include contact details of three referees (one must be your current employer).
   • Completed CESA Declaration Form.

This vacancy will remain open until the suitable applicant is appointed.