Work Health and Safety

Location: Tennant Creek

Job Title: Work, Health and safety (WHS) Administration Trainee

Classification: Administration and Support Officer (ASO)

Employment Conditions: Full Time Contract

Salary: $69,281 - $74,908 per annum.

Generous salary packaging: $15,899.94 p/a

Professional development incentive: Allowance of $1,500p/a

Employment Type: Full Time

Reports to: Executive Manager Human Resources

Employee access to Medical Services: Free Prescriptions

Amazing further benefits including 6 weeks annual leave as well as personal/ carer's leave up to 10 days per year, free general dentistry and Remote retention allowance of $750

Exciting opportunity for a full time Work, Health and Safety (WHS) Administration Trainee based in Tennant Creek.

Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community

This is an integral and rewarding role within our Work, Health & Safety (WHS) Advisor providing the chance to experience real job satisfaction every day - don't miss out

You will be joining a friendly and professional team, where you will receive personal and professional development opportunities from an employer who wants to provide optimum working conditions

About us

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (AHAC) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region, dedicated to 'Closing the Gap' in Aboriginal health within remote Australia.

Anyinginyi Health consists of four different sections (Health Services, Business Services, Public Health Unit, and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and wellbeing is given the utmost priority.

Anyinginyi Health's mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way.

About the Tennant Creek region

Year-round blue skies, stunning landscapes and vibrant, diverse and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage but is a remarkable community to set up home in

As a small regional Centre, Tennant Creek provides all the basics that most people require. There is a supermarket (IGA), Post Office, clothing and furniture stores, Pharmacy, Newsagent, ANZ Bank, restaurants and coffee shops and four hotels/motels. It also has sporting facilities (e.g. swimming pool, basketball courts, tennis court, football ground, car racing track), and several tourists attractions within easy reach Like our Beautiful Lake Mary Ann

About the Role

As the Workplace Health and Safety Administration Trainee, you will learn about WHS legislation, systems and workplace procedures, whilst being supported and mentored as you work towards your nationally recognised qualification – Certificate III in Work Health and Safety (BSB This position interacts and builds rapport and capability across the organisation and with Department Heads.

The Traineeship would be ideal for an individual with an administration background or experience in quality assurance, interested in pursuing a career in Workplace Health and Safety (WHS).

More specifically, some of your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

• Assist with maintaining WHS documentation and records.
• Promote awareness of health and safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with monitoring WHS incidents, near misses and procedures.
• Updating and ensuring accuracy of internal checklists and folders.
• Assist with the development of health and safety policies and procedures in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards and recommend and implement preventive measures to mitigate risks with the support from the CQI Coordinator.
• Stay abreast of relevant occupational health and safety regulations.
• Foster positive relationships with key stakeholders (external contacts, CQI facilitator, Executive Team etc.) to promote a collaborative approach to health and safety management.
• Other duties as specified from time to time and at the relevant award level, by the Executive Manager Human Resources

About you

To be considered for this position, you must be able to demonstrate your respect for Aboriginal culture and cultural diversity. You must possess eligibility to complete a Traineeship in Australia - Australian Citizen/ Permanent resident, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and have a demonstrated understanding and sensitivity to the cultural context of Aboriginal Health, with the ability to tailor Health and Safety initiatives to meet the unique needs of Aboriginal Communities and Facilities.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Eligibility to complete a traineeship in Australia – Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident
• Demonstrated understanding and sensitivity to the cultural context of Aboriginal health, with the ability to tailor health and safety initiatives to meet the unique needs of Aboriginal communities and facilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including Aboriginal health facility personnel, to foster a positive safety culture.
• Genuine interest in a career within Workplace Health and Safety
• Critical thinking and strong attention to detail.
• Solid computer and Microsoft Office skills.
• Commitment to safety and compliance – Previous experience in Quality Assurance and/or administration is highly regarded.
• Current Northern Territory Driver's License.
• Be in possession or can obtain an OCHRE Card (Working with Children check).

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Other risk related qualifications.

Please note: A National Police Clearance and Ochre Card (NT Working with Children's) card obtainment is a requirement prior to commencement in this role. Please refer to NT Safe for further information.

If you meet the above criteria and you're interested in contributing to an organisation where you can really make a difference in our local community, we want to hear from you

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