Make a difference in our schools! We’re seeking a proactive and dedicated Workplace Health and Safety Coordinator to join our school teams as a trusted advisor and champion of all things health, safety, and wellbeing, working closely with school leadership to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all. Reporting directly to the leadership team, you’ll take your lead from them, aligning your work with their vision and priorities. Together, you’ll create a culture where safety and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.

This is your chance to make a real impact in our schools and help shape a culture of safety and wellbeing. We are offering exciting Permanent & Temporary full-time and part-time opportunities for Workplace Health and Safety Coordinators (AO5) to support a cluster of various schools (Secondary and Primary) across the Metropolitan South region.

Job details

School Cluster 1:

• Stretton State College (1.0 FTE) - Temporary Full-time until March 2027 unless otherwise determined

School Cluster 2:

• Glenala State High School (0.5 FTE)
• Forest Lake State High School (0.5 FTE)

School Cluster 3:

• Brassall State School (0.2 FTE)
• Ipswich North State School (0.2 FTE)
• Collingwood Park State School (0.1 FTE)

Please note, additional school clusters are open to review during the selection process.

Here's what you'll be doing:

🔥 Be the Principal's Right Hand for Safety:

• Provide expert advice to the Principal, school leaders, and staff, ensuring they have the tools and knowledge to create safe and supportive environments
• Collaborate with regional and corporate teams to strengthen local practices and ensure compliance with the Health, Safety, and Wellbeing Management System (HSWMS)

🔍 Detect Hazards and Risks Before They Happen:

• Conduct audits, inspections, and emergency preparedness activities, always keeping the Principal informed and aligned
• Review data in the department's HSW system to spot trends and risks, then provide advice on action to take with effective solutions

💪 Support Your School team and roll up your sleeves:

• Be a key support for staff dealing with illness or injury—coordinate early intervention, rehabilitation, and return-to-work processes
• Help manage occupational violence and aggression incidents with calm expertise, to ensure incidents are reported accurately and processes for responding to ill or injured staff are in place and applied

🎓 Inspire and Empower:

• Lead training sessions, inductions, and awareness activities to build a culture of safety and wellbeing, in line with the Principal's vision for the school
• Be the spark that ignites a movement for positive change in our schools

🚨Staying Grounded when it Matters Most:

• Be a key contact for the leadership team during critical incidents, coordinating required health and safety responses and reporting with confidence and care, under the direction of the Principal
• Provide advice, support and compliance oversight in building fire safety, and fulfil Fire Safety Advisor responsibilities as required

What Makes You the Perfect Fit?

We're looking for someone who is a passionate, proactive, and inspiring co-ordinator who has:

• A proven track record in health, safety, and wellbeing
• A deep understanding of WH&S legislation and best practices
• Exceptional communication skills—you can connect with anyone, anywhere, anytime
• A sharp eye for detail and a knack for turning challenges into opportunities
• Experience in training and fostering a positive safety culture
• A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work closely with the school leadership team and take direction to align your work with the school's goals

Why This Role is Your Next Big Move

Here's why you'll love working with us:

🌟 Purpose with Impact: Your work will directly improve the lives of school staff and students
🌟 Be a Trailblazer: Work closely with the leadership team in creating a culture of safety and wellbeing
🌟 Supportive Team: Join a group of passionate professionals who care about their staff and students
🌟 Make a Difference: Every day, you'll go home knowing you've made a positive impact

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a resume, including contact details for two referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history)
• Attach a cover letter explaining why you wish to apply for this opportunity, highlighting relevant workplace examples that address the responsibilities of the role, to support your application

Applicants are invited 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

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MSR682356_26P Role Description (PDF, 273KB)
  Role Description