Work Health

Job no: 503087

Work type: Professional

Location: Bruce

Categories: Administration, Human Resources

• If you have prior experience in incident management and reporting, backed by a keen eye for detail, this is your opportunity to step into a pivotal role where your expertise will help shape a safer, healthier campus community.
• UC Level 6, Salary Range $91,509 pa - $98,506 pa plus 17% Super
• Full Time, Fixed Term Opportunity (Maternity Cover 8 Sept 2025 – 1 Nov 2026)

About us:

Join University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.

We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Narragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

About the opportunity:

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Safety & Wellbeing Advisor to help shape a safe, inclusive, and compliant workplace at our Bruce Campus.

In this role, you will play a pivotal role in providing Work Health and Safety (WHS) advice and consultation to employees and stakeholders across the University. Your expertise will support the implementation and continuous improvement of our AS/NZ 45001 accredited WHS management system, ensuring we meet and exceed legislative requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a primary contact for WHS matters across the University
• Coordinate and monitor WHS policies, procedures, and programs
• Support the implementation of health and safety initiatives
• Lead incident investigations and contribute to WHS reporting
• Identify and deliver WHS training programs
• Promote a safe environment for staff, students, workers, and visitors

About You:

• Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (essential)
• Proven experience in a similar WHS advisory role
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience in incident investigation and WHS training delivery
• Knowledge of workers compensation and rehabilitation (desirable)
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to continuous improvement

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a values-driven organisation that prioritises the wellbeing of its community.

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

What we need from you: To be considered for this position, we require your Resume and a cover letter explaining what skills you would bring to the role; no additional documents are necessary.

Submit your Resume We kindly ask that you take this opportunity to align your Resume with the Position Description, ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.

If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.

Working rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position must have valid working rights at the time of submission.

WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration.

For job specific information: please contact Warwick Bennett, Associate Director, Safety and Wellbeing on or at

For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on or email If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.

Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 24 August 2025

Advertised: 11 Aug 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time