WHS Specialist

North Parramatta - Australia

Hourly Salary: $ 50 - 65

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Support recovery. Empower wellbeing. Lead safer workplaces.

At Northcott we are committed to creating safe inclusive and supportive workplaces where our employees and the people we support can thrive. Were seeking an experienced and passionate Work Health and Specialist to lead the development implementation and evaluation of best practice WHS services across our organisation.

About the Role

In this role you will:

Provide expert guidance on WHS legislation compliance codes and best practice frameworks.
Lead initiatives in psychosocial hazard management including stress fatigue bullying and workload demands.
Partner with managers and staff to identify risks early implement effective control measures and foster strong consultation practices.
Use WHS systems to monitor and report on safety performance.
Build trusted relationships across all levels of staff and with external stakeholders to influence safe work practices.
Collaborate with HR and operational teams to align WHS procedures with broader organisational processes.
Analyse data and trends to drive continuous improvement and effective problem-solving.

About You

You are a proactive and confident safety professional who is motivated to make a difference. You will bring:

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (minimum) with strong knowledge of WHS legislation and compliance codes.
Experience in psychosocial hazard management and wellbeing initiatives.
Strong skills in risk identification control measures and consultation practices.
Proficiency in WHS systems (Noggin and Salesforce desirable).
Strong influencing and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders.
A sound understanding of HR processes and WHS procedures.
Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills.
The ability to exercise sound judgement initiative and confidentiality.
A current NSW drivers licence.
First Aid and/or Mental Health First Aid qualifications (desirable).
Background in the not-for-profit sector and/or lived experience with disability (desirable).

Why Join Our Team

At Northcott we prioritise your well-being and success. Our team enjoys a wide range of benefits designed to support work-life balance financial wellbeing and personal growth:

5 Weeks Annual Leave I enjoy generous time off to recharge and maintain balance
Salary Packaging I increase my take-home pay through packaging options including $15900 and $2650 for meals/entertainment
Fitness & Discounts I stay healthy with Fitness Passport and save through Perkbox and discounted insurance
13 Days Sick Leave I take the time I need to recover with paid leave when unwell
Paid Maternity Leave I feel supported through lifes key moments with 14 weeks of paid leave after 12 months
KM Reimbursement Im reimbursed for work-related travel during work hour

Northcott is a leading not-for-profit disability service provider that puts people first. With a history of over 90 years we deliver services that promote independence and inclusion for people with disability. When you join Northcott you become part of a purpose-driven organisation that values trust respect and human connection.

Our Values:

Our values have always been a significant part of our service to customers and they have helped shape Northcott into the wonderful organisation it is today. We are Innovative because we develop new ideas and solutions with creativity in anticipation of changing needs. We are Respectful because we believe that everyones voice is unique and that they have the right to be heard. We are Brave because we have the courage to stand up for people with all abilities even in the face of adversity.

Before applying for a role at Northcott we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our Story

When applying internally Northcott employees are required to notify their Manager and should be aware that their Manager may be asked to endorse their application.

Position Description

Required Experience:

Support recovery. Empower wellbeing. Lead safer workplaces.At Northcott we are committed to creating safe inclusive and supportive workplaces where our employees and the people we support can thrive. Were seeking an experienced and passionate Work Health and Specialist to lead the development impl...