Location: Tennant Creek

Job Title: Work, Health and safety (WHS) Advisor 

Classification: Administration and Support Officer (ASO)

Employment Conditions: Full Time Contract

Salary: $80,739 - $90,235per annum.

Generous salary packaging: $15,899.94 p/a

Professional development incentive: Allowance of $1,500p/a

Employment Type: Full Time

Reports to: Work Health and Safety (WHS) Advisor 

Employee access to Medical Services: Free Prescriptions

Amazing further benefits including 6 weeks annual leave as well as personal/ carer’s leave up to 10 days per year, free general dentistry and Remote retention allowance of $750!

Exciting opportunity for a full time Work, Health, and Safety (WHS) Advisor

based in Tennant Creek.

Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community!

This is an integral and rewarding role within our Work, Health & Safety (WHS) Advisor providing the chance to experience real job satisfaction every day - don't miss out!

You will be joining a friendly and professional team, where you will receive personal and professional development opportunities from an employer who wants to provide optimum working conditions!

About us

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (AHAC) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region, dedicated to ‘Closing the Gap’ in Aboriginal health within remote Australia.

Anyinginyi Health consists of four different sections (Health Services, Business Services, Public Health Unit, and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and wellbeing is given the utmost priority.

Anyinginyi Health's mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way.

About the Tennant Creek region

Year-round blue skies, stunning landscapes and vibrant, diverse and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory! Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage but is a remarkable community to set up home in!

As a small regional Centre, Tennant Creek provides all the basics that most people require. There is a supermarket (IGA), Post Office, clothing and furniture stores, Pharmacy, Newsagent, ANZ Bank, restaurants and coffee shops and four hotels/motels. It also has sporting facilities (e.g. swimming pool, basketball courts, tennis court, football ground, car racing track), and several tourists attractions within easy reach Like our Beautiful Lake Mary Ann!

About the Role

The Work Health and Safety Advisor position involves collaborating with various Sections to develop, implement, and monitor health and safety programs, policies, and procedures. The Advisor will conduct risk assessments, provide expert guidance on safety regulations, and contribute to the overall well-being of all Anyinginyi Health Employees. This role will report directly to the Executive Manager of People & Capability and require networking with relevant stakeholders.

More specifically, some of your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

• Develop and implement comprehensive health and safety policies and procedures in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards and recommend and implement preventive measures to mitigate risks.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to management and staff on health and safety matters, promoting a proactive safety culture throughout the organisation.
• Staying aware of relevant occupational health and safety regulations, updating policies accordingly to ensure compliance with legal standards.
• Collaborate with various departments to deliver targeted health and safety training programs, fostering awareness and competence among employees.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, and compile reports with recommendations for corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of health and safety initiatives, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve continuous improvement
• Mentor both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal staff at all levels of the organisation and positions to build their capability.

About you

To be considered for this position, you must be able to demonstrate your respect for Aboriginal culture and cultural diversity. You must possess strong analytical and assessment skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and have experience developing and delivering relevant WHS training programs. You must have a commitment to ongoing evaluation, and to up-skilling other staff.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Cert IV (or higher) in Work Health and Safety (or similar)
• Demonstrated understanding and sensitivity to the cultural context of Aboriginal health and ability to tailor health and safety initiatives to meet the unique needs of Aboriginal health
• At least two years of experience as a WHS Advisor/Officer or similar role
• Indepth knowledge of WHS safety principals, regulations, practices and programs
• Strong skills in risk assessment, analysis, and knowledge of compliance requirements
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including Aboriginal health facility personnel, to foster a positive safety culture

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Cert IV in Training & Assessment
• Other risk related qualifications
• Experience working in the Barkly region

Please note: A National Police Clearance and Ochre Card (NT Working with Children’s) card obtainment is a requirement prior to commencement in this role. Please refer to NT Safe for further information. Must be Fully COVID-19 Vaccinated - (3x dose) 

If you meet the above criteria and you’re interested in contributing to an organisation where you can really make a difference in our local community, we want to hear from you!

Applications close 30th of April 2024

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