Part-Time (0.6 FTE) | Opportunity to Expand to Full-Time
Why you'll Love this Role
For more than 50 years, The Good Shepherd Home has been a leading provider of quality residential aged care services in Townsville.
We take an innovative approach and focus on developing the best possible outcomes for Residents and Staff.
You will get to know our residents, families and staff and enjoy making a difference in the lives of others.
As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact every day while working alongside dedicated professionals who share a passion for excellence in aged care.
We offer a collaborative workplace and the chance to contribute to continuous improvement across the Home.
About the Role
We're seeking an experienced Work Health & Safety (WHS) Officer to lead and support workplace health and safety initiatives across the Home.
This position is offered as a part time role (0.6 FTE), with working days negotiable.
For the right candidate, there is the opportunity to expand the role into a full-time Work Health & Safety and Compliance Officer position by taking on additional responsibilities in governance, compliance, organisational data collection, monitoring,



analysis and reporting.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced WHS professional looking for flexibility, or someone seeking to broaden their career into aged care compliance and governance.
What You'll Bring
Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (BSB*****) or higher
Proven experience in risk management, incident investigation and workers' compensation/return-to-work coordination.
Demonstrated experience handling data systems and/or digital risk management applications
Qualified Fire Safety Advisor as per the Queensland Building Fire Safety requirements
Certificate IV Workplace Training and Assessment
Employment Requirements
Applicants must:
Have the right to work in Australia.
Hold a current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (Yellow Card) or be willing to obtain one prior to commencement.
Applications close: Friday 31st July ****
We encourage applications from candidates who are passionate about workplace safety and committed to creating positive outcomes for residents, staff and the Home.
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📌 Work Health & Safety (Whs) Officer (Townsville)
🏢 The Good Shepherd Home
📍 Townsville