Health & Safety Coordinator at New South Wales Government

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Health And Safety, WHS Compliance, Psychosocial Risk Management, Safety Culture, Risk Assessment, Technical Advice, Governance Processes, Employee Wellbeing, Problem Solving, Communication, Collaboration, Trend Identification, Issue Resolution, Strategic Initiatives, Organizational Frameworks, Safety Systems, Program Implementation

Industry

Law Enforcement

Description

Clerk Grade 7/8 Temporary Full-Time up to 12 months Surry Hills About us The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW. About the role We have an opportunity for a Health & Safety Coordinator to be part of our Psychological Risk Unit, Safety & Risk Management Command, People & Capability Command. The Health & Safety Coordinator champions a positive safety culture across the NSWPF and provides advice in resolving WHS issues. It works closely with commands/business units to champion the implementation and understanding safety systems and programs relating to WHS. They proactively identify trends and issues and implement or contribute to strategies to improve WHS compliance and strength safety culture. The Health and Safety Coordinator in this role will support the NSWPF’s strategic approach to WHS, with a focus on psychosocial risk management. The coordinator will support commands/business units in managing psychosocial risks. This coordinator will also assist the Psychosocial Risk Unit with implementing governance processes, informing strategic initiatives, and providing technical advice to ensure psychosocial hazards are identified, assessed, and controlled in accordance with WHS legislation, regulations and organisational frameworks. View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role) What we can offer you At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include: competitive salary; flexible work options; annual leave loading; corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport; free annual influenza vaccination; salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease; convenient location for public transport and to shops etc; and in-house gym facilities. How to Apply Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website. To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role. Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview. Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 word per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document. Target Question 1: What steps would you take to help individuals identify and report psychosocial hazards in the workplace? Include how you would work with others to ensure potential risks are managed effectively. Target Question 2: Describe an example where you supported or contributed to a workplace initiative focussed on enhancing employee wellbeing. What was the process and how did you measure success? Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process. If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact Edmund Zelma via 0402 326 826. To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses: an Australian Citizen; a permanent resident of Australia; or a New Zealand citizen. Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force. Our commitment to Diversity At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages. We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you: Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at PCC-AEET@police.nsw.gov.au Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC-INCLUSION@police.nsw.gov.au Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC-INCLUSION@police.nsw.gov.au This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months. For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Responsibilities

The Health & Safety Coordinator will champion a positive safety culture and provide advice on resolving WHS issues. They will work closely with commands/business units to implement safety systems and proactively identify trends and issues.