THE ROLE

This is an exciting and dynamic role whereby you will be responsible for the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) support to staff, management and Health and Safety Representatives across Victoria.

As part of the role, you will be required to mentor and coach stakeholders to develop OHS strategies to reduce the likelihood of injuries to staff. This work is facilitated through the development and management of fit for purpose OHS Management Systems and solutions and advice to comply with relevant legislation, standards, regulations, guidelines, departmental policies, and procedures. 

A critical aspect of this role will be the ability to build productive working relationships with departmental staff, managers and external stakeholders including WorkSafe Victoria, Legal Services, the relevant unions and contract service providers.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Provide leadership and specialist advice to implement actions to improve the health and safety of staff.
• Develop and lead strategies and systems to enhance occupational health and safety, risk management and injury reduction programs. Monitor and evaluate occupational health and safety systems and practices.
• Ensure that consultative processes are followed to improve health and safety by using the relevant tools and systems, including guidelines and policies.

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COVID-19 VACCINATION
The department strongly recommends (but does not mandate) that employees maintain their COVID-19 vaccination status in accordance with current ATAGI (Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation) advice, given their individual circumstances. As of June 2023, DFFH does not require evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status.

HOW TO APPLY

All VPS employees (and ex-VPS employees with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange website) MUST apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) <https://jse.vic.gov.au/user/login?destination=/new-home-page> portal.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. 
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. 
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.