Health and Safety Project Support Officer
Position Number: 0064004
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 6 months
Department: Business Services; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio
Salary: UOM 5 – $83,159 – $95,518 p.a. plus 17% super
Support health and safety projects through coordination, record-keeping, and administrative tasks.
Play a key role in promoting safety culture and proactive risk management in a large organisation.
Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
This position is a professional development opportunity for University of Melbourne staff. Only current Continuing, Fixed-Term, and Casual staff are eligible to apply. Eligible staff wishing to apply must update their profile on the application page to indicate they are ‘currently employed by the University of Melbourne’. This will confirm eligibility for positions that are open to internal staff applicants only.
About the Role
The Health and Safety Project Support Officer will assist in the implementation and coordination of health and safety projects and initiatives. They will work collaboratively with the health and safety services team to provide administrative and logistical support, maintain accurate records, and communication materials. This position aims to enhance the University’s safety culture and facilitate proactive risk management practices.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Support the planning, coordination, and execution of health and safety projects, ensuring timelines and objectives are met effectively.
- Provide administrative assistance to the health and safety team, including managing documentation and tracking project progress.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date health and safety records, including project documentation, compliance data, and relevant reports, while ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
- Develop and disseminate communication materials to promote health and safety programs, foster safety awareness, and engage stakeholders effectively.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking a Health and Safety professional with experience coordinating occupational health monitoring programs in a large organisation. The ideal candidate will be skilled in project planning, deadline management, and effective communication. Strong interpersonal skills are essential for building positive relationships with stakeholders and working collaboratively within a team.
You will also have:
- The appointee will have an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training per the current Enterprise Agreement classifications.
- Previous experience working in Health and Safety within a large and complex organisation is required.
- Previous experience coordinating occupational health monitoring programs is desired.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Business Services
Business Services provides a full range of class leading information technology, facilities management, finance, HR and health and safety services to all operating entities of the University.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ethan Khamly via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
Advertised: 07 Oct 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 14 Oct 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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