About us

HammondCare provides expert aged care, home care, dementia care and palliative care for older people, regardless of circumstances, beliefs, background or financial situation. We are led by our not-for-profit, Christian foundations and backed by research and clinical expertise. When it comes to our people – those we serve and those who serve – we are committed to inclusion across race, culture, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, religion and ability. In our innovative residences, our hospitals, or in client homes, we aim to set the global standard of relationship-based care for older people with complex needs. We’ve been caring for people for over 90 years – so, if you love to care, join us, and make a career move that matters. It's not just care, it's HammondCare.

About the Opportunity

The role of Health, Safety & Wellbeing Officer supports HammondCare services to focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of their team members. The role works closely with the rest of the Health, Safety & Wellbeing Team to ensure that our services comply with WHS legislation and supports the ongoing maintenance of our health, safety and wellbeing framework. The role will also champion wellbeing to team members across HammondCare through meaningful engagement and consultation. This is a permanent position based at St Leonards with hybrid working opportunities.

What you will be doing

- Coordinate administrative and reporting processes for Health, Safety & Wellbeing Committees
- Assist Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor in investigations, reviews and audits, as scheduled or triggered by incident or request from a HammondCare service
- Escalate concerns or high/critical incidents to Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor
- Assist in maintaining incident and quality activity register items, including monitoring and inputting into hazards, safety incidents and emerging issues
- Monitor HSW inbox and delegate queries to team members within the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Team.
- Assist team members to facilitate communication, consultation and cooperation in all matters relating to health, safety and wellbeing in the workplace
- Support the development and review of policies, procedures, guides,



communications and educational materials related to workplace health, safety and wellbeing
- In collaboration with other members of the People Team ensure services maintain a focus on team member wellbeing in service delivery
- Support Head of Health, Safety & Wellbeing with project delivery
- Keep abreast of WHS legislation and best practice tools
- Any other duties as required by HammondCare from time to time.

What we can offer you

We care about your wellbeing at HammondCare and as a result offer a wide range of health and lifestyle benefits including:

- NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit (up to $2,650 tax free)
- Additional leave purchase options and 14 weeks paid parental leave
- Adaptable working options, including hybrid arrangements
- Discounts on everyday products and services
- Discounted healthcare memberships - access to network of fitness centres and pools for employees and families
- Free access to independent counselling support for employees and families
- Health & Wellbeing programmes
- Reward & Recognition programmes
- Referral bonuses
- Career and professional development opportunities

About you

- Commitment to engage and align with HammondCare’s Christian Mission, Motivation and Mission in Action
- At least 12 months demonstrated experience in an administration role
- Effective communication skills – written and oral
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Demonstrated ability picking up new tasks quickly
- Strong technology skills
- Passion for employee wellbeing and safety
- Willingness to grow and develop
- Empathy and patience

Pre- Employment Checks

All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record check and reference checks.





HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We strive on creating an equal employment workplace where everyone from any background can be themselves.

Make a difference every day to the lives of older Australians in need by joining the team at HammondCare. We provide expert aged care, home care, dementia and palliative care for older people, regardless of circumstances, beliefs, background or financial situation, led by our not-for-profit, Christian foundations and backed by research and clinical expertise. We’ve been caring for people for over 90 years, recruiting and developing passionate team members who can support older people through some of life’s most difficult circumstances. Whether it’s in our innovative residences, our hospitals, or at home, from the most complex situations to just offering a little help, we bring the same skill, experience and compassion to all we do. It's not just care, it's HammondCare.

We recognise and celebrate individuals who go above and beyond in their work. Our Mission in Action Awards honour outstanding contributions, while our Service Awards acknowledge the dedication of employees who have been with us for many years.

Frontline team members benefit from training in our industry-leading care model, as well as specialised courses in dementia and palliative care. We also offer generous scholarships for higher education, along with programs designed to develop leadership and management skills. Plus, enjoy a $1,000 bonus for successful employee referrals.

As a registered charity, we offer salary packaging that allows you to have up to $15,900 of your income tax free, along with the ability to spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals, and entertainment, all tax free. Pay less tax on your income and increase your take-home pay with these fantastic benefits! Enhance your wellbeing with Fitness Passport, offering discounted access for you and your family to local gyms, pools, and fitness centres. When you need additional support, our Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential counselling sessions, ensuring you have the resources to thrive.

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📌 Health, Safety & Wellbeing Officer (St Leonards)
🏢 HammondCare International
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