The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life.
Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women, and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.
We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities, and secure settings across metropolitan, rural, and regional Victoria.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
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For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)
Department: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing
THE ROLE
This is an exciting and dynamic role whereby you will be responsible for the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) support to staff, management, and Health and Safety Representatives across Victoria.
As part of the role, you will be required to mentor and coach stakeholders to develop OHS strategies to reduce the likelihood of injuries to staff. This work is facilitated through the development and management of fit for purpose OHS Management Systems and solutions and advice to comply with relevant legislation, standards, regulations, guidelines, departmental policies, and procedures.
A critical aspect of this role will be the ability to build productive working relationships with departmental staff, managers, and external stakeholders including WorkSafe Victoria, Legal Services, the relevant unions, and contract service providers.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
Provide leadership and specialist advice to implement actions to improve the health and safety of staff.
Develop and lead strategies and systems to enhance occupational health and safety, risk management, and injury reduction programs. Monitor and evaluate occupational health and safety systems and practices.
Ensure that consultative processes are followed to improve health and safety by using the relevant tools and systems, including guidelines and policies.
COVID-19 VACCINATION
The department strongly recommends (but does not mandate) that employees maintain their COVID-19 vaccination status in accordance with current ATAGI (Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation) advice , given their individual circumstances. As of June 2023, DFFH does not require evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status.
HOW TO APPLY
All VPS employees (and ex-VPS employees with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange website) MUST apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) portal.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt, or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.
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