WHS Officer

Position Type: WHS Coordinator | Employment Status: Permanent part time

• Commencing ASAP or January 2027
• Grade 4 Administration Opportunity
• Friendly, inclusive and welcoming culture
• 7.5 hours per week, 41 weeks per year

The Opportunity

St Joseph's School Kingswood is seeking an experienced and highly organised Work Health & Safety Coordinator to join our welcoming Catholic school community. Inspired by the Josephite tradition and guided by our values of Connection, Excellence and Gratitude, we are committed to providing a safe, supportive and respectful environment for staff, students, families, volunteers and visitors.

Working under the direction of the Principal or delegate, you will coordinate the school’s Work Health and Safety (WHS) and Return to Work (RTW) activities. You will work collaboratively with school leaders, staff, contractors and specialist providers to strengthen compliance, promote safe work practices and support a proactive WHS culture.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinate the school’s Work Health and Safety (WHS) and Return to Work (RTW) activities, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
• Support effective risk management and workplace safety, including risk assessments, inspections, audits, incident reporting and follow-up actions.
• Coordinate WHS inductions, training and compliance requirements for staff, contractors and volunteers, maintaining appropriate records and documentation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date WHS and RTW records, registers and reporting.
• Provide practical WHS and RTW advice and support to school le…