Coordinator Health and Safety – Permanent Full Time. Salary Range Band 7 $108,000 to $120,000 per annum plus Super. Based in Maryborough, Victoria.

About the role

You will be at the heart of shaping a genuine safety‑first culture, partnering with leaders, coaching teams, and driving the continuous improvement of our OHS framework so every staff member feels safe, supported, and valued. Your work will go beyond compliance; you will champion proactive wellbeing initiatives and lead the response to psychosocial risks, making a real and lasting difference in the lives of the people who power this community.

Responsibilities

- Shape and improve the community’s OHS framework and safety management system.
- Partner with leadership and teams to embed a safety culture across all operations.
- Coach and mentor staff, translating complex legislative requirements into practical action.
- Champion proactive wellbeing initiatives and manage responses to psychosocial risks.
- Lead continuous improvement efforts and ensure all health and safety policies are up to date.

Qualifications

- Experienced OHS professional with deep legislative knowledge and a passion for people.
- Proven track record in developing and enhancing safety management systems.
- Ability to translate complex requirements into practical, actionable plans.




- Strong leadership capability to mentor others while driving meaningful cultural change.

Values

- Authentic Communication
- Improvement Is Possible
- Collaborative Partnerships

Perks

- Meaningful work with a dedicated team.
- Transfer of benefits for employees from other Victorian Councils.
- Inclusive and safe work culture with a strong drive for gender equality, diversity and transparency in fair recruitment and promotion.
- Work‑life balance options with versatile arrangements that promote balance.
- Annual salary advancement within Banding through professional development planning.
- Free counselling and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

EEO and Child Safe Statement

Central Goldfields Shire Council is committed to providing an inclusive and safe work environment which embraces the diverse backgrounds and experience of all people. Applicants should be aware that we conduct working with children, police and reference checks to ensure we maintain a safe and inclusive workplace by recruiting the right people.

We are a Child Safe Organisation committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of all children and young people. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are dedicated to creating environments where children are safe, valued, and heard.

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📌 Coordinator Health and Safety (Maryborough) (Melbourne)
🏢 Central Goldfields Shire Council
📍 Melbourne