Social and Community Services Employee Level 3 Full-time (1.0 FTE) Permanent role About Us: We are a growing and innovative social enterprise supporting around 10,000 South Australians each year through housing and community services. Seeking opportunities to build positive pathways and connected thriving communities, we are one of few South Australian organisations offering an integrated model of housing and support. Together, we are committed to effecting long-term positive change for those we work with and the communities we work in.
Together, we are improving lives and building strong, resilient, and connected communities.
As the WHS Officer you will partner with and support the Safety & Wellbeing Advisor to drive continuous improvement in safety and wellbeing performance which will promote a work environment that allows all workers to thrive.
The position primarily provides administrative support and coordination across Junction's safety management system, focusing on compliance, procedures, and risk management across the organisation. The WHS Officer also actively contributes to safety initiatives, performance improvement, documentation of procedures, and fostering a positive culture.
About You: You will be a self-motivated individual who:
Has experience in developing and implementing WHS management systems and programs Has knowledge or some experience of conducting WHS inspections and risk management assessments Has knowledge of Ergonomic / Manual Handling task assessments Has knowledge of interpreting WHS legislation and relevant codes of practices Possesses strong written, verbal and communication skills which are adaptable to a range of settings Holds a Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety or has relevant experience What We Offer: Generous salary sacrifice benefits A You are Amazing Day – an extra day of leave to spend however you want A NADIOC Day - an extra day of paid leave to attend NAIDOC celebrations A supportive, flexible work environment with paid parental leave and a strong focus on staff wellbeing Access to Corporate Health Insurance Access to wholesale prices on selected products at Harvey Norman You Will Need To: Complete our online application process Hold or be willing to obtain a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or a General Probity Screening Hold or be willing to obtain a current Safe Environments Certificate Hold or be willing to obtain a current unencumbered Australian driver's licence and be willing to drive Hold or be willing to obtain a Senior First Aid certificate How To Apply To apply for this role, please fill out the questions below. On the following page, you'll be asked to add your Resume and a Cover letter. Please make sure you have this ready before you apply.Please also upload copies of relevant qualifications and certifications required including Working with Children Check, Safe Environments Certificate, First Aid Certificate and your Driver's Licence.
Applications Close: COB, Thursday 4 April 2024. The position description is available by clicking here or for further confidential inquiries contact Melissa Savage, Safety & Well-being Advisor at 0419 828 607
Junction is an equal opportunity employer that embraces a culture of diversity. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with disability, and people from every culture, gender and sexuality identity, age and ethnic background. Junction is committed to being a Child Safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child and family abuse. ABOUT JUNCTIONJunction is a non-denominational social enterprise helping morethan 10,000 South Australians each year through a wide range ofprograms and support. This includes domestic violence andhomelessness services; emergency housing; counselling; mentoring;community centres and residential care for children and youngpeople under the Guardianship of the Chief Executive who can't beplaced with foster families.
Junction also provides affordable housing for those on low incomesmanaging around 2,500 properties across the State.
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I am an Australian/NZ Citizen I am a permanent resident I hold a visa which allows me to work unencumbered in a fulltime role (e.g. 457) I hold a student or working visa I am not currently eligible to work in Australia Do you hold a current Working with Children Check or a General Probity Check? * Yes No No, but willing to obtain Do you hold a current Child Safe Environments certificate? * Yes No No, but willing to obtain Do you hold a current Senior First Aid certificate? * Yes No No, but willing to obtain Do you hold a current unencumbered Australian Driver's Licence and are willing to drive? * Yes No Briefly outline your experience or knowledge of the development and implementation of safety systems to mitigate risk. * Briefly outline your knowledge of Ergonomic / Manual Handling task assessments. * #J-18808-Ljbffr
