We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Workplace Health and Safety Advisor for a full-time temporary position commencing ASAP, until 11 December 2026 unless otherwise determined.

The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic person with excellent organisational skills who excels in time management, prioritisation and attention to detail. Someone who is approachable, shows initiative and takes a personal accountability for accomplishing objectives and meeting deadlines, will thrive in this position. As the Workplace Health and Safety Advisor you will work across two campuses and report to the College Business Manager.

Job details

About Us:

Varsity College, is a Prep to Year 12 (split campus) school which prides itself on a strong history of academic, sporting, cultural and community excellence. Our college has high expectations in terms of achievement, behaviour and appearance and all members of the College community understand and support our high expectations culture. Our rich and rigorous programs position our students to achieve outstanding results and graduate well prepared for success beyond school. Our staff are passionate professionals who are committed to helping students successfully achieve, no matter what it takes. Our high academic achievement is a testament to our dedicated teachers and support staff who take great pride in creating rich safe and engaging educational programs and facilities that provide appropriate intellectual challenges and encourage all students to continually flourish within an environment of equity and excellence.

About the Role:

You will have responsibility for the following though not restricted to:

• Provide and coordinate workplace health and safety services to the P-12 College
• Perform the role of Rehabilitation and Return to Work Coordinator for the P-12 College

Your role:

• Provide advise to management on all matters pertaining to prevention of injury, hazards and control, promote health and safety, risks to students, staff and on-site community members
• Conduct proactive risk assessments and inspections to identify hazards in the workplace
• Develop, promote and coordinate training on health and safety topics for the college
• Provide regular reports and feedback to the Workplace Health and Safety committee on all matters related to health and safety
• Organise WPH&S meetings, administration duties for meetings, professional development and provide support on procedures and guidelines
• Manage the Annual Safety Assessment
• Manage SOP's across the P-12 College
• Inspections to ensure a safe work place
• Collate data from Internal School Reviews
• Ensure ongoing compliance with the WPH&S program
• Advise on incident reporting data
• Liaise with management on status of individual Rehabilitation and Return to Work programs, individual personal check ins and reporting of all serious work injuries or events
• Develop weekly RTW timesheets and plans for injured staff
• Maintain communication with injured staff updating medical certificates and case notes in IMS

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

Interested? To Apply:

• Attach a brief resume, that demonstrates your capacity to be successful in the role, including contact details for 2 referees. (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• A maximum 2 page written response addressing the 3 Leadership Competencies, Vision, Results and Accountability as described in the attached role description
• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants 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.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

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.

• Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SER696529_26T - Role Description (PDF, 301KB)
  Role Description