Make a real impact to our employees through driving health and wellbeing initiatives, and supporting injury management programs Foster a positive team culture that encourages collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement Enjoy a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working for better work-life balance LET'S EXPLORE THE JOB At Lake Macquarie City Council, we truly care about the health and wellbeing of our people. It's at the heart of everything we do. This commitment provides a unique opportunity for an experienced injury management professional to find a strong sense of purpose and work in a values-based environment. Here, you can contribute to a progressive, innovative, and forward-thinking organisation while utilising your injury management expertise.
As a responsive leader, you will lead a small, experienced team in delivering occupational health, rehabilitation, and workers' compensation services within a self-insured environment. This role offers the chance to work with a highly complex and diverse workforce, implement industry best practices, review and improve business processes, and collaborate with the wider People and Culture department to drive positive outcomes. You'll be a valuable member of the People and Culture leadership team, contributing to the overall success of our people-related strategies.
It's a role where you'll have a real chance to make a difference every day.
Please note: A full list of accountabilities is located within the attached Position Statement. Conditions of Employment include: Possible rostered on-call work LET'S DESCRIBE YOU We're looking for someone who's not only experienced but also passionate about making a positive impact on people's lives. You have a solid background in injury management and understand the ins and outs of regulatory and legal obligations, including SafeWork NSW, SIRA, and other authorities. You're comfortable managing complex physical and psychological workers' compensation claims and know how to recommend workplace modifications that lead to successful rehabilitation.
Along with the full list of essential criteria within the Position Statement, applicants will require the following:
Degree in Rehabilitation, Work Health and Safety, Human Resource Management or another allied health discipline, or equivalent relevant qualifications and experience. SIRA return to work coordinator training, or the ability to acquire it. Demonstrated extensive experience in interpreting and applying workers compensation and case management legislation and understanding of medical and legal terminology related to injury management, including the ability to work with legal advisors. This is more than just a job—it's a chance to join a supportive team where your expertise and contributions are truly valued. If you're ready for a role that combines purpose with personal and professional growth, we'd love to hear from you!
LET'S REVEAL THE PERKS Competitive salary from $123,917-$144,013 a year plus industry-leading 12 percent superannuation 35 hours per week with flexible working hours and hybrid work model, including the possibility of a 4-day week Long Service leave after 5 years Free parking within walking distance of our new contemporary office building or works depot We are committed to being an employer of choice. We will do all we can to help you develop your skills, and make a difference, right from the start. We have a flexible workplace and focus on all aspects of your physical and mental health and safety. We want you to be with us for the long-term, so providing you with rich career experiences and ongoing development is our priority. We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That's why we're passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you're joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We're proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.
LET'S START If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Get your application in by midnight, Sunday 27 October 2024. For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Sarah Chessor, Manager People and Culture, 02 4921 0640 or via email If you need assistance with submitting your application, please contact Blair Stevenson, Talent Acquisition Advisor, 4069 0083 or via email We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. To view the capability Framework – Role Profile relevant to this role, please click here. To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement. Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment. Lake Macquarie City Council
126-138 Main Road, Speers Point, NSW 2284
Box 1906, Hunter Region Mail Centre, NSW 2310
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