Workplace Health, Safety and Wellbeing Coordinator at Varsity College

Overview

We are looking for a dedicated and highly organised Workplace Health and Safety Coordinator (AO5) to join us on a full-time temporary basis starting immediately until December 11, 2026, or as otherwise determined. This role is based across two campuses and reports directly to the College Business Manager.

About Varsity College

Varsity College is a Prep to Year 12 split campus school renowned for its strong academic, sporting, cultural, and community achievements. Our institution holds high expectations for achievement, behaviour, and appearance, fostering a culture where every community member supports these ideals. We provide rich and challenging programs that enable students to achieve excellent results and prepare them thoroughly for life after school. Our staff are committed professionals passionate about helping students succeed in a supportive, equitable, and excellence-driven environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver and enhance workplace health and safety services for the P-12 College.
• Serve as the Rehabilitation and Return to Work Coordinator for the entire college.
• Offer clear, prompt, and confidential advice to management on injury prevention, hazard control, health and safety promotion, and risk management for students, staff, and campus community members.
• Collaborate with regional teams to ensure compliance with the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Management System.
• Conduct proactive risk assessments and workplace inspections to identify hazards.
• Develop, promote, and coordinate training programs focused on health and safety for college staff.
• Facilitate training sessions, inductions, and awareness initiatives to build competency in workplace health, safety, and wellbeing.
• Provide regular reporting and feedback to the Workplace Health and Safety committee regarding all health and safety matters.
• Organise WPH&S meetings, manage meeting administration and professional development, and support procedural adherence and guideline implementation.
• Oversee the Annual Safety Assessment and manage Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across the P-12 College.
• Perform inspections to maintain a safe work environment.
• Collect and analyze data from Internal School Reviews and provide insights on incident reporting.
• Communicate with management on individual Rehabilitation and Return to Work programs, conducting personal check-ins and reporting serious work injuries or events.
• Create weekly return-to-work timesheets and action plans for injured staff.
• Maintain open communication with injured employees, updating medical certificates and case notes within the Incident Management System (IMS).

Application Instructions

• Submit a concise resume including contact details for two referees familiar with your relevant work history.
• Provide a written response (maximum two pages) addressing the three Leadership Competencies: Vision, Results, and Accountability as outlined in the role description.
• Include proof of mandatory requirements specified in the role description.

Additional Information

We encourage applications from all candidates and welcome disclosure of any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain valid for 12 months after the closing date and may be considered for similar roles within the Department. Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.