Are you interested in working for an organisation that makes a difference to the lives of others?

At Windgap, we create opportunities for people with disabilities to achieve their goals and live life to the fullest.

Started by a group of parents over 70 years ago, Windgap is a not-for-profit organisation based in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs providing a range of programs and services for over 200 adults with disabilities. We foster independence, empowerment and continued learning, to ensure everyone has the opportunity to be included in the community and workplace.

About the role:

As the full-time WHS Manager, you will responsible for leading and managing all aspects of Work Health and Safety for Windgap. This role is vital in ensuring that the Windgap meets its legislative requirements and promotes a safe working environment for all employees, participants, employees and visitors.

This position will be based in Banksmeadow with the opportunity for some remote work.

Key tasks will include:

• Maintaining, and ongoing review, of Windgap’s workplace health and safety management system;
• Assisting Windgap to reduce its risk in all areas of Workplace Health and Safety;
• First point of contact for the provision of advice and support to Windgap employees and management on all WHS matters;
• Scheduling and chairing the WHS Committee Meetings;
• Monitoring, recording and investigating all Incident, Accident, Hazard and near miss reports;
• Developing and coordinating all WHS training programs;
• Identifying and developing strategies to address emerging injury and incident trends;
• Return to Work Coordinator - Management of any work place injuries that result in workers compensation claims focusing on early recovery and viable return to work;
• Striving towards a zero injuries, zero lost time work place protocol.

What you need to succeed?

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• A strong commitment to inclusion of people with disabilities within the community;
• Tertiary qualification in Work Health and Safety or a related field;
• Proven experience with 5+years in a WHS position;
• Expert knowledge of WH&S legislation, regulations, codes and standards;
• A thorough conceptual understanding of risk management principles;
• Ability to effectively communicate and influence capability at all stakeholder levels;
• Current NSW driver’s licence.

Desirable:

• A certified and experienced Return to Work Coordinator;
• Experience delivering manual handling training and other similar training programs;
• Previous experience in the conducting and coordination of audits;
• Knowledge and experience working across the NDIS and in the Disability Sector; familiarity with relevant legislation

Remuneration

$110,000 + Super + Salary Packaging

Why is this the right opportunity for you?

This is a hands-on, fast paced and rewarding role. At Windgap not only do we create opportunities for our participants to be the best versions of themselves, we create opportunities for our employees as well. Here are a few things that may interest you:

• Salary Benefits – Salary Packaging, meals and entertainment, vehicle leasing – more take home pay
• Employee Development Program – We support you to undertake additional training aligned with your career goals
• Support – work in a supportive team and gain on the job skills development
• Make a direct impact – see the difference your work makes in creating opportunities for our participants
• Voice Project Best Workplace Award winner 2021, 2022 and 2023 – work for an organisation that works with you on creating the best opportunities.

If you are passionate about working for an organisation with a vision of making a difference in people’s lives, then please submit your cover letter and resume via the "Apply Now" button. Applications will be reviewed as received so don’t delay, apply today.

Windgap promotes diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from different cultural backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ people and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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