Work Health and Safety Advisor - Gold Coast, Australia - Queensland Health

Queensland Health

Verified Company

Gold Coast, Australia

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Olivia Brown

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Description

The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Work Health and Safety Advisor to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

Deliver and implement divisional injury prevention initiatives
Analyse divisional injury, WorkCover, human resource and other data to develop risk profiles, inform mitigation strategies and engage and influence stakeholders
Undertake auditing and inspections of relevant systems
Supervise and/or mentor safety practitioners

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

While not mandatory, a Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety would be well regarded
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against
Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits:

Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading

Salary

Temporary full time (up to six months, with the possibility of extension)
Base salary ranging from $ $ per fortnight

About Us
Safety is of the highest priority at Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service (GCHHS).

We are committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment for staff, patients and visitors by ensuring safety is integrated into all GCHHS operations.

Ultimately though, safety is everyone's responsibility, and we promote active participation from the Board to front line care givers and service providers.

Our focus is to support workplace management and staff to meet legislative and policy duties by providing specialist advice in two primary areas, Injury Prevention and Injury Management.

About Gold Coast Health

Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals
Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference:
GC544160