The Director of Schools invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced personnel for the graduate entry-level, permanent full-time position of WHS & Return to Work Officer.

WHY WORK FOR CATHOLIC EDUCATION IN THE DIOCESE OF WOLLONGONG

We provide our team with:

• Flexible & hybrid working opportunities (under the Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong Remote Working Policy)
• Ex-gratia leave during the Christmas Period
• Competitive salary plus superannuation
• Salary packaging
• Excellent professional development programs, tailored to your needs
• An environment that encourages innovation and collaboration through education
• A platform to contribute to the life, mission, and work of the Catholic faith community

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Workplace Safety and Wellbeing team is a dynamic and energetic team that contributes to the broader People and Culture service area through the design and delivery of a comprehensive workplace safety and wellbeing framework. 

This position works under the direction of the Team Leader - Workplace Safety and Wellbeing and requires an understanding and commitment to support the mission of Catholic Education within the evangelising mission of the Church.

KEY FUNCTIONS

• Assist with the facilitation of workers’ compensation and injury management practices in line with CEDoW program and procedures formed from legislative requirements.  
• Actively input, store, and manage data within the newly implemented SOLV case management system to effectively manage workers’ compensation and non-compensable injuries across our schools and office sites.
• Assist with the development and implementation of WHS resources and training so that schools remain compliant with WHS Laws and Regulations.  
• Contribute to process improvements and system enhancements to ensure compliance with CEDoW Policy and Procedures
• Contribute to the development and implementation of Workplace Safety and Wellbeing initiatives and projects.

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Actively support the development of relevant policies and procedures to facilitate the ongoing rollout of a comprehensive workplace safety and well-being framework for CEDoW.
• Knowledge of workers’ compensation and work health and safety 
• Ability to build relationships with school staff, generating respectful working associations and delivering outstanding support in a shared work environment.
• Demonstrated capacity to effectively manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Intermediate skills in computer-based office systems
• An ability to deliver staff training to staff in both group and individual settings, either onsite at schools, via Zoom, or in training sessions at the Catholic Education Office  
• An ability to work autonomously and also as a team member supporting colleagues within the broader WSaW team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise and schedule work accordingly
• Attention to detail in all work processes, including administrative work

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 

• Degree level qualification or working towards completion in Human Resources, Psychology, Allied Health /Rehabilitation, or other relevant discipline
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the area of human resources within a medium to large organisation is advantageous but not essential
•  A strong desire to work in the area of Work Health and Safety and Injury Management/Workers' Compensation.
• Capacity to use ICT applications with a high degree of competency.
• An awareness of the NSW Workers' Compensation Scheme and Work Health and Safety Legislation.

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE

This role is classified as child-related work, and therefore, we require a working-with-children clearance to be completed before your commencement with us.

POSITION APPLICATION

Complete the online application, provide a copy of your CV, and address the ‘Selection Criteria’ and ‘Qualifications and Experience’.  Please keep your response to the equivalent of 2-3 pages in length.

To confidentially discuss your general interest in this position or your application, please contact Susan Philipson, Team Leader - Workplace Safety and Wellbeing, on 0438 528 360.

Please select the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement to submit your application. 

Applications Close:  9 May 2025 at 11:55 pm