WHS Officer

If you have at least two years' experience in WHS, and ready make a real impact - this one's for you.

Help shape a safer, healthier workplace and make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. We're seeking a passionate WHS Officer to support and lead safety initiatives across our mental health services at Richmind WA.

We are deeply committed to the wellbeing of both the people we support and our team. If you are passionate about WHS and compliance, join our Quality, Governance, and Risk team as a WHS Officer and make a real impact in a supportive, collaborative environment.

You will:

Be a key part of our supportive team, driving proactive, practical, and people-focused WHS practices:

• Champion and further embed WHS frameworks and compliance across the organisation.
• Coordinate incident investigations and drive follow-up actions.
• Empower HSRs with training and ongoing support.
• Conduct risk assessments, site inspections, WHS inductions and training.
• Oversee psychosocial safety initiatives, identification and review.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure audit, reporting and WHS records.
• Manage site safety at Cannington and support other service locations.
• Collaborate with Facilities and Assets to ensure contractor safety and site readiness
• Lead business continuity and emergency preparedness drills

This role is an opportunity to make a difference in a values driven mental health organisation. There will be opportunities for you to learn, grow and use your skills in a role where you get to help people and support them to discover the courage they have to shape their own lives.

About You

What you will bring to the role:

• A Cert IV (or higher) in WHS, demonstrating your commitment to WHS in the workplace
• A current National Police Clearance (under 6 months) and driver's licence.
• At least two years of WHS experience, ideally in community or human services.
• A good grasp on psychosocial hazards and risk management.
• Confident with audits, compliance systems, and continuous improvement.
• Solid knowledge of WHS laws, and how to apply them in a work environment.
• Great with people—you know how to collaborate, influence, and get things done.
• Super organised, detail-focused, and reliable.
• Lived experience of mental health recovery or as family members of people with a lived experience of recovery is desirable.
• Positive attitude towards people experiencing mental distress and the ability to live RW values in all workplace tasks and interactions.

This role is full-time working Monday to Friday, based in Cannington.

About Us

Richmind WA is a leading West Australian mental health organisation, providing inclusive, community-based residential and outreach services for adults and young people. We support people experiencing mental distress to develop the confidence and skills to live their lives, employing evidence-based practice to support recovery and wellbeing.

Our Strategic Plan, "Shaping the Future, Today," focuses on being a leader in transformative services, innovating to bridge gaps, influencing lasting system change, and creating a resilient future. We are committed to our core values: living and breathing recovery, being brave and exploring, putting people first, being passionate about inclusion and belonging, and listening deeply and learning.

Inclusion is at the heart of our DNA.  We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce, including people with lived experience of mental health recovery and disability, different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, genders, and sexual orientations.

We have Rainbow Tick accreditation and work with Elders to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and staff.

Why Join Us?

At Richmind WA, we are passionate about making a difference in the lives of those we serve. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment where diversity is valued, and individuals are encouraged to achieve their full potential. Join us in our mission to shape the future of mental wellbeing services and support mental wellbeing and recovery through the expertise, courage, and compassion of our people.

Our exciting and rewarding careers offer:

• Excellent work-life balance in a supportive environment
• Salary packaging up to $18,640 which allows you to pay approved expenses form your salary before tax, you pay less tax, your take home pay increase
• Four weeks annual leave, with an opportunity to purchase additional leave, conditions apply
• Two additional leave days, Birthday and Wellbeing leave, per calendar year
• Long service leave benefits after 5 years' service
• Opportunities for learning, development, and advancement
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Core Training is provided to all employees, staff and volunteers.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Send in your cover letter and resume—tell us why you're the perfect fit for the role Be sure to address how your skills match the key responsibilities, and don't forget to submit your application before the closing date.

The role will require the following certificates and licenses:

• Current National Police Clearance Certificate (no older than six months)

• A valid Driver's licence

Have Questions?

All inquiries for this position can be sent to our People & Capability team at 

Before an offer of employment can be made, Richmind WA requires a National Police Clearance no older than 6 months.

Richmind WA reserves the right to close this position prior to the closing date.

Please note: Applications are shortlisted as they are received, please apply as soon as possible to be considered.

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