This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP
Employee Relations Directorate is seeking an experienced and committed Health and Safety Consultant to join the Workforce Division.
The Health and Safety Consultant provides consultancy advice to Directorates, senior management, regions, schools and other workplaces on WHS management issues, to facilitate a best practice approach to health and safety and meet all the statutory requirements relating to Work Health and Safety (WHS). The successful applicant will be required to provide operational advice, support and services to senior management, principals and line managers to improve WHS performance.
It will be the responsibility of the successful applicant to conduct analysis of data and trends relating to injuries, incidents, hazards and WorkSafe orders and assist with developing plans and prioritising strategies to reduce the risk of injury and harm. In addition, they will assist in planning and developing a variety of forums to deliver information and advice on WHS, risk management and the prevention of injuries in the workplace and participates in forums as required.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
- Become a member with the onsite East Perth Gym
- Modern end of trip facilities/changerooms
- Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
- Flexible work hours
- Working with a team of staff passionate about safety.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Denise Crockford - Employee Relations Health and Safety by telephoning (08) 9264 8470 or emailing Denise.Crockford@education.wa.edu.au
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
- hold a valid ‘C’ class Western Australian Driver’s Licence
- undertake travel to metropolitan and regional schools
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
2. Demonstrated considerable skills and experience in providing professional advice to clients about WHS issues, practices and initiatives.
5. Demonstrated well developed interpersonal skills with the ability to work cooperatively and interact in a team environment.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE905777
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 16 August 2024.