Workplace Health, Safety & Injury Management (WHS & IM) Specialist
KARI Foundation is one of Australia's leading Aboriginal not-for-profit organisations, dedicated to building strength in community, empowering families, and driving meaningful change through high-impact programs and partnerships.
Our work is grounded in cultural identity and community connection.
As we continue to grow, we're investing in our people — and this newly created role reflects our commitment to creating safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplaces where wellbeing is prioritised.
Perks and Perks
Competitive salary of $118,367 per annum, including leave loading
Salary packaging up to $15,900 to increase your take-home pay
35-hour work week (7-hour days) + monthly RDOs (after successful completion of probation)
Work with a values-led, culturally grounded organisation with real impact
Support teams across NSW, QLD and VIC
Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
Supportive team culture where safety and wellbeing are truly prioritised
About the Role
This is a strategic, hands-on position responsible for leading and embedding WHS and injury management best practice across our operations in NSW, VIC and QLD.
As KARI's dedicated WHS & IM Specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in designing frameworks, guiding policy development, and fostering a safety-first culture that aligns with both legislative requirements and our deep cultural values.
You'll work closely with the CEO, KARI Executive, Managers and staff across all states, while also liaising with external partners to ensure best-in-class workplace safety and wellbeing outcomes.




This is a targeted Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander role.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Lead the development, implementation and monitoring of WHS and injury management frameworks
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, codes of practice, and internal standards
Conduct investigations into incidents and support implementation of corrective actions
Manage early intervention, injury management and return-to-work processes
Deliver psychosocial risk assessments and coordinate controls
Provide regular WHS reporting, analysis and governance updates
Coordinate internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives
Develop and deliver WHS training and communications across the organisation
Maintain WHS systems in collaboration with leadership and external providers
Requirements
Current NSW Working with Children Check (Paid Worker)
National Criminal Record Check
Valid Australian Driver's Licence (minimum Provisional 2 or equivalent)
Skills and Experience
Tertiary qualifications in Work Health and Safety or a related field
Proven experience in WHS and injury management in a complex, multi-site organisation
Strong understanding of WHS legislation, risk management and compliance frameworks
Demonstrated ability to lead investigations and implement preventative strategies
Experience delivering WHS training and building safety capability across teams
Confident communicator with the ability to influence across all levels
Highly organised, self-driven, and capable of working autonomously
Ability to balance strategic oversight with hands-on implementation
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📌 Workplace Health, Safety & Injury Management (Whs & Im) Specialist (Sydney)
🏢 KARI Foundation
📍 Sydney