We are on the lookout for an ambitious Ergonomist to join our awesome team at WorkSafe Victoria in Geelong 3220, VIC.
Growing your career as a Full Time Ergonomist is an incredible opportunity to develop exceptional skills.
If you are strong in problem-solving, communication and have the right mindset for the job, then apply for the position of Ergonomist at WorkSafe Victoria today!

Job description:

About the role

WorkSafe Victoria is on the hunt for an Ergonomist to join the Specialist Services team as part of the Field Operations division.

The Ergonomist, as an appointed Inspector, provides specialist knowledge and advice in ergonomics / human factors, participating in the identification of workplace interventions relevant to the management and prevention of musculoskeletal disorders and poor psychological health outcomes.

Key Accountabilities

- Provide expert technical and operational advice to WorkSafe Victoria and its diverse clients in relation to human factors and ergonomic issues in the workplace.
- Identify current and emerging issues in specific industries and contribute to the development of risk minimisation strategies appropriate to type, demographics and the economics applicable to the industries and specific workplaces.
- Contribute to the development, implementation, co-ordination, and evaluation of ergonomic hazard-based programs.
- Participate in investigations and prosecutions and act as an expert witness.
- Contribute to the development and provision of technical advice and information for Senior Management and other WorkSafe Victoria staff on a broad range of ergonomics issues.

Please ensure you click here to view the Position Description provided for additional information on accountabilities for this role.

About you

You are an experienced Ergonomist who wants to make a difference. Your communication and organisational skills are exemplary – You have a passion for Victorians returning home safe from work every day. You are a team oriented person who enjoys making an impact on your team and stakeholders. Additionally, you will possess:





- Demonstrated experience in the development, co-ordination and evaluation of hazard based programs and strategies that aim to reduce the incidence and severity of work related injury and disease.
- Good analytical and problem solving skills, including demonstrated ability to interpret technical information/complex data and make strategic recommendations.
- Ability to participate in the development of policies, legislation and guidance material.
- Knowledge and experience in the interpretation of health and safety legislation and related policy.

Qualifications

- A degree, diploma or certificate in ergonomics or human factors
- A degree in a relevant discipline such as science, health science, psychology or engineering, that includes a significant formal component in ergonomics.
- Eligibility for membership of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia Inc.
- A post graduate qualification in human factors / ergonomics will be looked at favourably but not essential.

Working with Us

We pride ourselves on being a outstanding place to work and offer flexibility to facilitate work/life balance. People who are seeking part-time or job share arrangements are encouraged to apply.

What’s next?

Applications close 11:00pm Wednesday 8th February . Click the link to apply, and join us in making a positive difference to Victorian lives. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position. You may be required to undergo a National Police Check (and/or Medical Assessment) as part of the recruitment process. Candidate screening may take place prior to the advertisement closing, so get your application in.





For further enquiries please contact Abbey Bernard via email View email address on jobs.institutedata.com

About Us

WorkSafe Victoria plays a critical role in the lives of Victorian employers and workers - as the state’s health and safety regulator and as the manager of Victoria’s workers compensation scheme. In both capacities, employers and workers are at the heart of our service.

Our aim is to keep all workplaces healthy and safe, and to deliver high quality care and treatment when workers are injured.

Our future

WorkSafe's Strategy has our core purpose front of mind – reducing workplace harm and improving outcomes for injured workers. We don’t shy away from the importance of our purpose to the Victorian community, that’s why we have a stated ambition to be world leading.

We want Victoria to be the safest place to work in Australia and one of the safest in the world; and we aspire to be a world leader in return to work after a workplace injury.

Important Information

WorkSafe is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees consistent with WorkSafe’s obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S; Act).

Therefore, all WorkSafe employees are required to have an up to date COVID-19 vaccination status, which is currently defined by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) as three vaccine doses, unless a valid medical exemption applies.

To meet our obligations under the OH&S; Act, WorkSafe will request vaccination information or evidence of an exemption in the pre-employment stage.

Prior to commencement of employment with WorkSafe you will need to provide evidence that you are vaccinated against COVID-19 and have an up to date vaccination status, or that a medical exemption applies.

Benefits of working as a Ergonomist in Geelong 3220, VIC:

● Excellent benefits
● Company offers career progression opportunities
● Advantageous package

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