Work Health and Safety Advisor

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until 31 July 2026 (with the possibility of extension)
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $42.58 per hour
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ589202
Advertising Closes: 4 September 2025

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa). 

About the Role

This role is responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating risk management policies and programs, training Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD) employees in work health and safety procedures, monitoring and auditing the workplace, and recording and investigating incidents to ensure safe and health working conditions.  The position is maintaining a robust safety management system within MNCLHD.

Assisting with the development and implementation of policies, procedures, standards and practices and providing professional advice in respect to compliance with WHS legislation, standards and codes of practice.  Undertaking workplace investigations including the gathering of evidence, determining contributing factors, root causes, corrective actions and systemic approaches to improved health, safety and wellbeing outcomes.

This is a District based role working 2 days per week.  We have offices in Coffs Harbour, Kempsey and Port Macquarie.

About You

You will require relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent work experience in Work, & Health & Safety along with effective communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with customers.  Demonstrated proficiency in time management and organisational skills with ability to meet predetermined targets and deadlines as well as ability to be flexible and adapt work practices to suit circumstances to ensure the MNCLHD priorities are met.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer. 

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s.  These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.