Operational & Safety Performance Lead

Do you want to work for an iconic Western Australian organisation committed to changing lives and making a difference to your community? For more than 130 years, St John WA has been a cornerstone of support in Western Australia connecting with community through education, training and care.

As a trusted not-for-profit, the organisation's unwavering mission is to serve humanity and build resilient communities which we do through a strong team spirit, camaraderie and the collaboration of all team members – paid and volunteers alike - working together to support wellbeing and health for every Western Australian.

St John WA is powered by team members who have a strong sense of belonging and purpose and combined we are a leader in pre-hospital care and related products with revenue of about $500 million across 17 different services, and a team of 8500 including 3500 paid team members and 5000 volunteer team members.

Last year, we connected with 1.2 million Western Australians including:

340,000 people through first aid training, education and engagement, 362,000 people who received care close to where they live and work, 410,000 received trusted transport and emergency care when they needed it most. A job to be proud of: St John WA have an existing opportunity for an Operational & Safety Performance Lead to join our Clinical and Operational Excellence department on a full-time basis. You'll be part of a highly skilled, committed and collaborative team that together provide crucial and highly valued services to the rest of the organisation.

This position provides operational and high level administrative support to ensure operational efficiencies for all service delivery departments in the Emergency Stream. This position is responsible for monitoring, evaluating, and improvement of safety performance metrics and operational practices across the Emergency Stream.

What you'll do: Analyse safety and operational data, including workplace incidents, to identify trends, risks, areas for improvement and best practices. Facilitate education programs to promote a culture that prioritises safety, ensures an understanding of regulatory requirements, safety protocols and operational standards across the Emergency Stream. Influence and provide strategic advice and guidance on safety, health and risk management issues critical to emergency operations ensuring alignment with best practices and regulatory standards. Investigate, research and support the development of operational and safety initiatives and project delivery within both time and budget constraints. Investigate, research and support the development of the driver training program and trainers, ensuring compliance with legislative and training requirements, and delivery of the program within both time and budget constraints. Develop, implement and review operational policies, procedures and workflows to ensure that the Emergency Stream meets the required statutory requirements, operationally, legislatively and in line with WorkSafe requirements. Lead responsive approach to controlling risks within key policies and procedures with an understanding of manual handling and situational awareness and what is reasonably practicable to protect our operational teams from harm. Internal and external stakeholder consultation and engagement to support implementation and review of operational procedures and initiatives. Proactively identify key risks related to Emergency Stream operational governance and manage these risks effectively, escalating to the Manager Operational Performance. What you'll need: Proven experience in safety management and operational performance. Demonstrated understanding of industry regulations, safety standards and best practices. Demonstrated ability to analyse complex data and translate findings into actionable strategies. Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to consult and collaborate across departments. Skilled in overseeing risk management, process enhancement, and project execution to ensure safe, efficient and compliant operations. Experience in providing consultancy and leadership support to managers and staff in relation to Occupational Safety and Health, Workers Compensation, Injury and Risk Management in collaboration with the Safety team, Health and Safety Representative and other stakeholders. Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to forge collaboration. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Demonstrated experience in administrative and operational environment. Relevant qualification in Management is desirable. Relevant qualification in Occupational Safety & Health (required or working towards). What's in it for you? The successful candidate will be offered an interactive and supportive working environment within a positive and professional team along with:

$550 Health and Wellness reimbursement Corporate uniform 17.5% leave loading Competitive remuneration package Salary packaging options Free emergency ambulance cover Free first aid training The Process: Prospective candidates will need to submit their application online. Candidates will be required to complete the online application form and prepare and submit the following as part of their application:

Up to date CV detailing key experiences and work history. Completed Cover Letter addressing relevant experience, skills and Selection Criteria questions outlined below (submissions should be limited to a 2-page word document): What is your motivation for applying to the Operational & Safety Performance Lead position? Provide an example of a time when you implemented a new technology or process within an operational role, resulting in increased performance or compliance for the organisation. Applicants will receive an automated receipt on application. If you have not received this email, please contact the Talent Sourcing team prior to the closing date and time. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. Panel Interview Psychometric Testing Successful candidate appointed to the position Are you ready to change lives? To apply for this exciting opportunity please select "Apply Now". Alternatively, if you have any questions, please contact Careers on (08) 9334 1436 or via email at ****** Applications close on Wednesday 27th November 2024 at 6pm. St John WA is committed to creating an inclusive environment which provides a sense of belonging and enables a welcoming, diverse, capable and connected workforce who represent the community we serve. Our goal is to ensure people feel safe to be themselves. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and all other suitable applicants. Please note that St John will not accept recruitment agency applications for this position. St John reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received. The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John.

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