OHS Service Officer, South Western Victoria Region

Department of Education Victoria - Ballarat VIC

The Department of Education's Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Implementation Services Branch is seeking skilled and dedicated OHS professionals to deliver the Department's newly expanded OHS Services Program to schools across Victoria.

In this hands-on role, you will provide high-quality advice and deliver essential OHS and emergency management services to principals, school leaders and employees. Your key responsibilities will include:

- Working collaboratively as part of a regionally based team to deliver consistent, hands-on OHS and emergency management services and support to schools, helping achieve safer school environments.
- Partnering with schools to complete OHS and emergency management planning tasks, offering expert guidance, including on the effective use of digital systems.
- Providing exceptional service delivery and building strong relationships with schools, regional offices, contracted external providers, and key members of the Division.
- Championing best practices and driving continuous improvement in OHS and emergency management processes.

This role reports to the Manager, OHS Services, South Western Victoria Region (SWVR) and will receive guidance and mentoring from Senior OHS Service Officers.



The role works closely with school principals and leaders and as such requires travel across the region to undertake school visits.

The OHS Services Branch empowers employees through flexible work, career paths, and cross-functional learning opportunities. Our inclusive culture fosters tight-knit teams that collaborate across roles, sharing knowledge and promoting continuous development. Together, we are driven by a deep sense of purpose - delivering positive outcomes for schools while prioritising safety and caring for one another.

If you are committed to excellence in OHS and emergency management services, have a proven track record and thrive in a supportive and collaborative team environment, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding chance.

Join our dynamic team and find meaning in work that improves the safety of our Victorian government schools while being supported by a vibrant culture of development and connection.

**Individuals who have previously applied for this opportunity are not required to reapply. Priority will be given to new applications.

Location

The location for this role will be Ballarat.

Applications close 11:59 PM, 5th August 2026

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📌 OHS Service Officer, South Western Victoria Region (Ballarat)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
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