Job Description

Administration Building Lismore and Gallans Road Ballina

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Health and Safety

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Rous has entered an exciting recent chapter, bringing all operations together under one roof at our brand-new, purpose-built facility in Ballina.

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As a regional leader in water supply, flood mitigation, and environmental management we're proud to serve the Northern Rivers community through innovation, sustainability, and collaboration. Our new headquarters reflects our forward-thinking culture, a space designed to inspire connection, wellbeing, and excellence in everything we do.

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We're building a workplace where fresh ideas thrive, people feel valued, and every role contributes to a cleaner, greener, and more resilient future for our region.

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If you're looking to make a meaningful career move, one that balances professional growth with purpose and lifestyle, Rous is the place to do it.

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03/08/2026

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17/08/2026

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$101,717.20 - $118,986.40

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Permanent - Part Time

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Administration Building Lismore and Gallans Road Ballina

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Health and Safety

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Job Description

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We are seeking a Health and Wellbeing Business Partner to lead and manage our employee wellbeing initiatives in the support of a safe, healthy and engaged workforce. You will be an experienced health and wellbeing professional with excellent communication skills, the ability to influence leaders and have a passion for building safe and healthy workplaces.

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About Rous

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Our new site has brought together all Council operations under one roof, creating a dynamic, collaborative, and future-focused workplace. Located on a spacious 71-hectare site, the facility has been designed with staff wellbeing, sustainability, and operational excellence in mind. Rous hasan operational footprint covering 3,000km2. As a county council,



we are responsible for providing three specific functions; bulk water supply, weed biosecurity and flood mitigation.

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Our value proposition to you:

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- Aprogressive and innovative organisation which is a leader in business improvement
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- Work/life balance
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- Remuneration from $101,717.20 p.a.- $118,986.40 p.a. pro-rata.Plus statutory superannuation currently 12%
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- Annual salary reviews and gazetted salary increases relevant to attractive award entitlements
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- Work for the organisation that supplies the best tasting drinking water in New South Wales
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- Structured training and development tailored to your interests
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- Mentorship from experienced staff and culturally safe support
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- Access to Flare Benefits – including lifestyle discounts and financial wellbeing tools
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- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential support for you and your family
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- Fitness Passport – affordable access to gyms and fitness centres across the region
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- A workplace that values your voice, your culture, and your potential
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Relocating to the region?

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The Welcome Experience in the Northern Rivers is a free service that connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

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Learn more at: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

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Desired Skills and Experience

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Your value proposition to us:





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- Relevant tertiary qualifications in health and safety, health promotion or related discipline
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- Demonstrated experience in applying contemporary health and wellbeing initiatives
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- Understanding of relevanthealth and safety legislation and its application
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- Strong project management skills
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- You will be known for your ability to inspire and motivate others
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- Committed to upholding and promoting the highest of health, safety and quality standards
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Your average workday will be kept busy by:

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- Leading and implementing employee wellbeing strategies and programs.
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- Coordinating workers' compensation claims, injury management, and return to work programs.
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- Monitor legislative changes and emerging risks, in the health and wellbeing industry, providing practical guidance and recommendations to leaders across the organisation.
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- Coaching leaders in understanding the benefits of workplace health and wellbeing support.
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- Partnering with the Health, Safety and Environment Team to deliver cross-function initiatives (including but not limited to, workforce health and wellbeing metrics, injury management, return to work coordination, and drug and alcohol testing) to guide interventions.
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This is more than just a move, it's a transformation.

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Be part of a team that's shaping the future of water and environmental services for our region.

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Are you ready to catapult your career?

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Applications close 11:59pmMonday 17 August 2026

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Rous County Council is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and diversity across our workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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📌 Health and Wellbeing Business Partner (Lismore)
🏢 Rous County Council
📍 Lismore