Job: 2024-150 | Full-Time, Fixed Term till 30th June 2026 | Redfern

• Shape safety culture in a community-focused Aboriginal organisation
• Develop innovative health and wellbeing programs
• Blend WHS expertise with cultural awareness in a meaningful role

Primary Purpose of the role

Oversee WHS activities, ensure compliance, and promote wellbeing across all sites and operations. Support the HR Manager in developing safety strategies and programs. Collaborate to address health needs, implement programs, manage risks, conduct investigations, and foster a culture of safety while upholding ALS's values.

Why join the ALS team?

At the Aboriginal Legal Service (ALS) you can make an impact. You will join a strong movement fighting for social justice and equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities.

Our focus is our people: the people we support and the people we employ. We offer a career you can be proud of and a place where you feel safe to be yourself. We invest in our people and appreciate the rich diversity of lived experiences, languages, and culture.

Born out of a protest movement over 50 years ago, the ALS is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation delivering high-quality, culturally safe legal and support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in NSW and the ACT. It’s an exciting time to be joining us. We recently received additional funding to deliver a range of new programs aimed at addressing systemic issues and driving structural reforms. This is creating significant opportunities for the ALS, our staff and communities.

As well as the satisfaction of working in a job that really matters, we offer our staff benefits including:

• Not-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your tax liability and maximise take-home pay
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%
• Career and professional development opportunities
• Access to personal counselling for you and your family
• Additional paid leave of up to 6 days per year, paid parental and study leave
• Flexible work options – talk to us about how we can make this role work for you

About the role

The Wellbeing and Safety Coordinator operates within the Human Resources portfolio, and forms part of the wider Shared Services team.

The Wellbeing and Safety Coordinator will be responsible for:

• Oversee WHS Committee and stakeholder engagement: Manage meetings, build relationships, collaborate across the business, and partner with Marketing for program promotion.
• Develop and implement health and safety initiatives: Coordinate wellbeing programs, seek innovative solutions, apply evidence-based practices, and deliver safety training.
• Lead WHS strategy and communication: Develop and monitor annual WHS programs, maintain communication mediums, and uphold ALS's values.
• Conduct incident management and risk mitigation: Facilitate investigations, perform root cause analysis, assist in hazard identification and risk control, and coordinate with Case Management providers.
• Ensure legislative compliance and emergency preparedness: Maintain knowledge of WHS legislation, ensure Fire Wardens and First Aid Officers are in place, and maintain emergency procedures and equipment.
• Manage administrative tasks and reporting: Effectively plan priorities, document and report hazards timely.

• Foster community and client relations: Protect client and staff rights, engage proactively with the community, and promote a culture of safety and respect.

About you

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• 2+ years WHS experience
• Knowledge of WHS legislation
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work autonomously and in team environments
• Proficient in Microsoft products
• Excellent communication skills
• A proactive approach to safety culture
• Cultural awareness and respect
• Relevant tertiary qualification

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Pre-employment requirements

ALS is committed to implementing safe recruitment practices. Your application may be subject to pre-employment checks such as reference checks, Working with Children (NSW) or Working with Vulnerable People (ACT) check, Right to work in Australia, COVID-19 vaccinations and National Police History check.

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If you have questions about this role, please email [email protected] using the subject line: Wellbeing and Safety Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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