• Position: Permanent - Full Time
• Location: Preston VIC 3072
• Salary: $92,000 - $96,000 based on level of experience, plus super and salary packaging options

The Organisation

The Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency (VACCA) is an Aboriginal Community-Controlled organisation that supports and advocates for the Aboriginal Community and is the largest organisation of its kind in Australia. The VACCA team is committed to the organisation’s visions and values, passionately providing support, service and advocacy for our children and other vulnerable members of the community.

Our strength lies with our people.

About the role

We're seeking an OHS Advisor to lead safety initiatives across VACCA. In this role, you'll provide expert OHS support, drive risk prevention programs, manage incident investigations, and oversee return-to-work efforts. You'll also handle WorkCover and TAC claims while building strong relationships to promote staff well-being and injury prevention. Join us and help create a safer workplace for all.

About You

We are seeking a dedicated OHS Advisor with a deep commitment to VACCA's vision and values. You will have a strong understanding of Aboriginal societies and cultures and an awareness of the challenges facing Aboriginal communities. With proven experience in OHS advice, return-to-work programs, claims management, and staff welfare support, you will bring a solid knowledge of relevant legislation and procedures.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills are key, as you will be expected to influence decisions in a culturally appropriate manner while handling sensitive issues with discretion. Your organisational skills, initiative, and commitment to high-quality service will ensure effective reporting and data management.

Requirements: 

• Tertiary qualifications in occupational health and safety (OHS) or a related discipline, and/or substantial experience in these fields is desirable
• Current COVID-19 vaccination (including booster dose, as applicable), a Working with Children’s Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and a Victorian Driver's Licence.

What we can offer you

• A supportive environment that includes comprehensive induction
• The support of regular internal supervision
• Professional development and training opportunities 
• Attractive salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
• 17.5%  loading on annual leave
• Access to agency vehicles for all work-related travel 
• Access to Employee support and wellbeing programs 
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
• Opportunity to work and build connections with the Aboriginal Community and culture
• Fitness Passport - allowing you (and your family) access to any of the facilities available in this program 

 We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people to apply

Applications should include a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and a current resume.

We encourage applicants to view the Position Description before applying.

A position description is attached.

We are committed to Aboriginal self-determination and supporting strong, safe, thriving Aboriginal communities. We aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity and honour all cultural backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and spiritual beliefs.

VACCA is a child-safe organisation and is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people with zero tolerance for child abuse. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check before the commencement of employment and periodically following commencement.

VACCA is an equal-opportunity employer and has a smoke-free workplace policy