Rehabilitation And Injury Management Officer

Overview
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At Cleanaway, we believe waste is a resource – transforming it into renewable energy and sustainable solutions.
When you start to think differently about waste, a world of possibilities opens.
As Australia's largest waste management company and a high-growth, ASX-listed organisation with over 7,500 employees, we are committed to being recognised by our customers as the most innovative and sustainable partner, delivering industry-leading HSE performance and essential services to millions of Australians every day.
We are seeking a Rehabilitation and Injury Management Officer to join our high-performing team.
This hands-on role will support our Rehabilitation and Injury Management Advisors with critical administration and case management responsibilities, while helping to deliver best practice outcomes in a self-insured environment.
Responsibilities
Provide rehabilitation and return-to-work support for Cleanaway employees
Support the implementation of the business unit Employee Engagement Plan with the objective of continuously improving and adding value to our "good to great journey"
Collate and maintain all relevant claims information, ensuring timely and accurate communication with insurers in line with legislative, self-insurance, and company requirements
Assist with the management of rehabilitation case files, ensuring compliance with the SRC Act, Comcare Data Warehouse, and audit standards
Provide support for Early Intervention cases and non-work-related conditions
Deliver critical administrative support to the Rehabilitation and Injury Management Advisory team
Respond to business queries on Rehabilitation and Injury Management processes
Liaise with the business unit on pre-employment medical examinations, early intervention, and workers' compensation claims
Support the optimisation of labour, employees, labour hire, and contractors by using available metrics and insights to develop plans and drive continuous improvement in cost and efficiency
Assist the Head of Rehabilitation and Workers' Compensation and RIMA team in achieving cost-effective outcomes in relation to injured worker management and pre-employment medical processes
Contribute to financial outcomes by supporting achievement of individual Sales Revenue Budgets, Targets, and KPIs
Qualifications
Current Driver's Licence and access to a car
Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build relationships with employees, managers, and service providers
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
Experience providing rehabilitation and return-to-work support in line with legislative requirements (SRC Act)
Experience managing early intervention cases and supporting employees with non-work-related conditions
Strong administrative and organisational skills, with attention to detail
Degree in Allied Health (e.g. Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, Rehabilitation Counselling, or related field)
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, gender identities, and experiences (including veterans).
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Applications close:05 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Vacancy No:522215
Work Type:Permanent - Full Time
Location:Melbourne, VIC Australia
Categories:Health, Safety & Environment
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
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