Workplace Health and Safety Advisor - Woodridge State High School

Woodridge State High School is seeking a dynamic and highly motivated Workplace Health and Safety Advisor to join our team. In this role, you will support the development and maintenance of a safe, compliant, and positive working environment for all staff and students. Our school takes pride in its passionate staff and its commitment to continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and wellbeing. With a strong focus on support and inclusion, we proudly reflect the rich diversity of the Logan community.

Join us now and be part of the Woodridge World of Work! Image courtesy of Woodridge State High School About The SchoolWoodridge State High School is a proud and welcoming community with a rich history dating back to 1972. The school celebrates diversity and fosters a respectful, safe, and inclusive learning environment where students from many cultural backgrounds feel valued. Students benefit from a tailored curriculum focused on Literacy, Numeracy, Science, and Digital Learning, supported by dedicated teachers and strong community partnerships.

Woodridge State High School warmly invites new families to join its vibrant community and work together towards a successful and empowered future. About The RoleAs the Workplace Health and Safety Advisor, you will provide and coordinate workplace health and safety services and perform the role of Rehabilitation and Return to Work Coordinator. You will communicate effectively with doctors, allied health professionals, line managers, injured employees, and others to support workplace safety and rehabilitation. Your ResponsibilitiesAs the Workplace Health and Safety Advisor, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Provide advice to management on all matters pertaining to the prevention of accidents, a wide range of hazard identification and control, promotion of health and safety, environmental and risk issues as they relate to students, staff and contractors. Conduct proactive risk assessments and inspections to identify any hazards and unsafe or unsatisfactory workplace health and safety conditions and practices. Develop, promote and coordinate appropriate training on various health and safety topics that will develop awareness and compliance with legislative and departmental health and safety.

Develop, revise and maintain effective communication links with the Workplace Health and Safety Committee by providing regular reports and feedback on activities including prevention of accidents, promotion of health and safety, risk issues and emergency procedures. Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position. Interested? To ApplyAttach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history). Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) to the how you may be assessed section of the attached role description.

Attach a copy of any mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services. Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1. 0 FTE). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.

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