Occupation: Occupational Health and Safety Reference: VG/11092024 Job posted: 11/09/2024 Closes: 25/09/2024 Classification: Po V4 Salary Range: $92,332 - $104,762 The Department of Parliamentary Services delivers impartial, professional and innovative services to support Victoria's elected representatives, the democratic process and the Parliament as an institution.
Through our commitment to diversity and equality, we are actively engaged in promoting and maintaining a safe and inclusive work environment where all employees are respected, valued and supported.
Work Health and Safety Officer Parliament of Victoria – Department of Parliamentary Services Ongoing, full-time opportunity Po V Grade 4, $92,332 - $104,762 About the role The Work Health and Safety (WHS) Officer plays a key role in building a strong safety culture at Parliament of Victoria, ensuring compliance with WHS legislation and best practices.
Reporting to the Manager of Work Health and Safety, this role involves all aspects of incident management, risk reduction, and emergency planning.
You will collaborate with various employee groups to improve WHS initiatives and promote safety standards, ergonomics, and overall workplace wellbeing.
How you will make a difference With your passion for raising awareness on safety matters, you will implement WHS Strategies by assisting stakeholders across the Parliamentary Precinct, hybrid workspaces and the 128 electorate offices located across Victoria, to apply safety measures to create a safer environment for all staff and visitors.
You will use your attention to detail to oversee incident management and risk mitigation involving systems and audits to identify and address hazards, reducing risks and preventing accidents.
In striving to deliver timely customer service, you will ensure WHS best practices by providing accurate and appropriate advice to support compliance and continuous safety improvement across departments.
About you You are committed to continuous improvement with a strong understanding of WHS legislation.
You have experience managing WHS services and systems, such as incident reporting and risk management.
You are an excellent communicator with stakeholder management skills, essential for building meaningful relationships to foster a culture of safety.
You possess proficiency in technology and handling administrative tasks such as managing incident management systems and reporting.
You hold certifications or qualifications in Work Health and Safety (desirable).
We offer flexible work, come to the iconic heritage listed Parliament House building or our adjacent modern offices and collaborate with the team one day, work from home the next.
We understand that your health and wellbeing are integral to your success and have a range of benefits to ensure your physical and mental health are supported.
These include access to health and wellbeing initiatives.
Your professional development is important to us.
That's why we have a dedicated learning and development framework, along with development programs and targeted in-house training to support your professional growth.
How to apply Using the "Apply Now" button, please include your resume and a brief cover letter (1-2 pages) broadly outlining your experience and how it directly relates to the position.
The process from here Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview conducted by a selection panel.
This interview may take place in our offices located in the Melbourne CBD or online.
Accessibility If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process for this role, please contact our Recruitment Team via email or on (03) 8682 2842.
COVID-19 compliance Successful candidates will be required to provide evidence for sighting of their COVID-19 vaccination status or medical exemption prior to commencing employment.
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