Job Description
Mamu Health Service Limited (MHSL) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation committed to providing holistic, culturally safe, and community-driven services that strengthen the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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We are seeking a motivated and organised individual to join our team as a Work Health & Safety (WHS) Officer. This is an entry-level opportunity suited to someone looking to begin or develop a career in workplace health and safety, with full training and support provided.
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About the Role
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The WHS Officer provides day-to-day administrative support to help maintain a safe, healthy, culturally respectful and compliant workplace across MHSL. Working under the general direction of the Quality, Compliance and Work Health & Safety Coordinator, this role supports WHS records management, inspection support, training coordination, incident and hazard follow-up, and routine reporting across MHSL sites. Comprehensive training and ongoing support will be provided to the successful applicant.
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Key Responsibilities
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Maintain accurate WHS records, registers and evidence in approved organisational systems.
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Support the recording and follow-up of hazards, incidents, near misses, inspections and corrective actions.
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Assist managers and staff to complete required WHS documentation accurately and promptly.
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Support workplace inspections, site safety checks and WHS audits across MHSL locations.
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Assist with WHS induction records, training bookings and attendance follow-up.
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Help prepare routine WHS communications, meeting notes and reports for review and approval.
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Selection Criteria
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Cultural capability and respectful practice
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Demonstrated ability to communicate and work respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and contribute to a culturally safe workplace and service environment.
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WHS administration and records
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Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate WHS records, registers, spreadsheets, training records, inspection records, incident documentation and corrective action follow-up.
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Work under general direction
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Ability to work independently on allocated tasks under general direction, apply established procedures, use judgement in routine administrative matters and escal... appropriately.
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Communication and consultation support
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Well-developed verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear WHS communications, meeting notes, reminders and routine reports.
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Technology and systems
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Competency in Microsoft Office applications and ability to use or quickly learn WHS, quality, compliance and records management systems.
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Values, confidentiality and safety
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Demonstrated commitment to MHSL values, confidentiality, child safety, cultural safety, equity, inclusion, workplace safety and skilled conduct.
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Prior experience in WHS is not required; however, a willingness to learn and a solid work ethic are essential.
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What We Offer
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Structured on-the-job training and mentoring to build your WHS administration skills.
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Access to ongoing professional development opportunities relevant to your role.
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A supportive and culturally safe working environment.
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Competitive salary under the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Practitioners and Aboriginal Community Controlled Services Award (MA******).
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📌 Work Health & Safety Officer (Queensland)
🏢 Mamu Health Services
📍 Queensland