Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor

Job Description

Join to apply for the Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor role at Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust . About Us We create extraordinary experiences. We create memories, we take care of our shared heritage. This means careers where we have to innovate and always push for better, and where your perspective is always valued. This is a world where we bring together our love for the natural environment and our care for one another to make a real difference. Join our team and help drive our evolution as an innovative, modern sector leader. About the Role Join our team as a Health, Safety & Wellbeing (HSW) Advisor , where you'll play a crucial role in shaping and implementing initiatives that enhance workplace safety, employee well-being, and compliance. Reporting to the Executive Manager - HSW, you'll lead improvement projects across key focus areas, including Occupational Violence, Psychosocial Risk, and Operational Safety. Responsibilities Design, implement, and evaluate HSW improvement initiatives. Collaborate with department managers to align safety strategies with operational needs. Provide expert guidance on mental health safety in the workplace. Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies. Develop and maintain HSW procedures, SOPs, and compliance documentation. Investigate safety incidents using ICAM methodology and drive corrective actions. Influence and support leaders in fostering a strong safety culture. Deliver HSW training programs and identify learning gaps. Engage with internal and external stakeholders to drive safety excellence. Ensure compliance with state and federal HSW legislation. About You Certificate IV or higher in Occupational Health and Safety, or equivalent experience. Proven experience as a safety professional in a relevant or high-risk environment. Strong understanding of workplace mental health and psychosocial risks. Demonstrated ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels. Experience in risk assessment, compliance, and incident investigation. Strong project management skills and ability to drive change. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HSW-related software. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment. A passion for promoting a culture of safety and well-being. Why work with Us? We offer a fulfilling career with exceptional personal and professional growth opportunities, along with a comprehensive range of benefits: Access to Leadership and Development Programs to foster professional growth and advancement. Employee Health, Wellbeing and Assistance Programs including complimentary onsite osteopath services. A supportive and people-centric culture within a purpose-driven organisation. Flexible working arrangements. Immediate access to unpaid parental leave and a short waiting period of only three months for paid parental leave, applicable to both full-time and part-time employees. The opportunity to purchase additional annual leave. SMCT is an equal opportunity employer, a Diversity Council Australia Member and is proudly endorsed by WORK180 in our ongoing commitment to raising workplace standards for all. We care for our colleagues and the community we serve. To protect one another it is a requirement that all successful candidates complete background checks. If you have any access requirements which restrict you from fully participating in our recruitment process, please contact so that we can discuss necessary adjustments. We will be conducting interviews throughout the advertising period, and the job posting may close early if a suitable candidate is hired. For more information on Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust, please visit our website: Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Part-time Job function Other Industries Consumer Services #J-18808-Ljbffr