ANZ Injury Management Advisor

Job Description

Add expected salary to your profile for insights In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and interested in helping each other create good work experiences. We think about the customer and make doing business with McCain easy. The ANZ Injury Management Advisor is responsible for effectively managing work-related and non-work-related injury cases to ensure the well-being of employees and to minimize the impact of injuries on business operations. This role can be based in either Ballarat, or Melbourne Victoria. Accountabilities: Injury case management Return-to-Work coordination Compliance and legislative adherence Stakeholder communication and liaison Injury prevention and Continuous Improvement Reporting and analytics Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Rehabilitation, Human Resources, or a related field is typically required. Post graduate qualifications in Workplace Health, Injury Management, or Worker’s Compensation are highly regarded. Certification as a Certified Return to Work Coordinator or Injury Management Coordinator (depending on jurisdiction) is preferred. Relevant certifications such as Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) or Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) certifications are an advantage. Thorough knowledge of the Workers' Compensation Schemes in both Australia and New Zealand. Familiarity with WorkSafe (in Australia) and Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) (in New Zealand) frameworks, processes, and regulations. Training in mental health first aid, ergonomics, manual handling, rehabilitation and Return-to-Work coordination is highly regarded. Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in injury management, worker’s compensation, or a related field. Proven experience of liaising with internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrated experience managing injury cases. Experience in developing and delivering injury relative training programs. In-depth understanding of workers' compensation laws and injury management legislation across both Australia and New Zealand. Familiarity with national and local health and safety regulations, including relevant case law and compliance requirements. Strong knowledge of medical terminology and injury rehabilitation processes, including best practices for managing both physical and psychological injuries. Understanding of workplace ergonomics and preventive health strategies to reduce the risk of injury recurrence. Expertise in developing and implementing tailored return-to-work (RTW) programs, aligned with employee needs and business objectives. Knowledge of suitable duties and workplace modifications to support the reintegration of injured employees. Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills High levels of empathy, patience and understanding when dealing with injured employees Strong analytical capabilities to assess injury trends, identify root causes, and develop strategic injury prevention programs Excellent organisational and time management skills The benefits of working for McCain. Opportunity to be a part of a global iconic brand, fun and high performing team Employee & Family Assistance Program Pioneering, innovative and dedicated development programs Education Assistance Programs Opportunity to Chip In and give back to the community as part of our paid volunteer program each year About McCain. At McCain, we’re feeding the world: from French fries to pizzas, we contribute to the important role food plays in people's lives. That’s why we’re dedicated to ensuring our core values—Family, Authentic, Trusted, and Quality—shine through every day. As a privately owned family company with over 60 years of experience, a presence in more than 160 countries, and a global team of 22,000 people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that we can work together, along with our business and community partners, to bring sustainable growth and positive change today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain! Our principles, each with related practices, guide our actions across the organization. Together, they address how McCain interacts with our customers and employees, and how we work as individuals and collectively to find success. While each role adheres to the Leadership Principles, individual roles may focus more on a specific principle or principles. We are customer obsessed. Customers are our starting point. By understanding their needs and leveraging data and consumer insights, we drive mutual success. We think big and plan ahead. Through ambition, curiosity, and smart risks, we can accomplish goals, refine processes, and innovate to scale success. We bring out the best in our people. We create safe spaces for our people so that trust and empowerment come naturally. Inclusion is about listening first, showing humility, and working together. We act like owners. Together, we clear obstacles and do the work that makes us all successful and proud to be part of McCain. The McCain experience. We are McCain: this statement is about our power collectively and our importance individually—your impact is a significant part of the business. Our winning culture focuses on authenticity and trust so we can always bring out the best in our people. Here, you have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive while being yourself. Join our team to see why we’re better together. #J-18808-Ljbffr