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An exciting opportunity as a Return to Work Coordinator within the SA Metropolitan Fire Service and will be out posted to the SA Fire & Emergency Services Commission reporting to the Manager of Injury Management.
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The Return to Work Coordinator is responsible for the effective delivery of Return to Work services, systems and processes for operational and non-operational staff of the South Australian Metropolitan Fire Services (MFS).
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The role is the central workplace contact for coordinating Injury Management and Return to Work processes to achieve a safe, timely and sustainable return to work.
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The role is also responsible for determining the return to work needs for injured workers, developing return to work strategies and developing, monitoring and reviewing recovery/return to work plans including the management of high-risk and/or complex matters.
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Two roles available, one permanent ongoing and one 6 month contract.
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Champion wellbeing. Support recovery. Create lasting impact.
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Ongoing / Full Time
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Salary starting from $104,509 + Superannuation
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Playford is one of South Australia's fastest growing and most dynamic communities, a place where ambition, innovation and community spirit come together. As we continue to grow, so does our commitment to creating a safe, healthy and supportive workplace for our people.
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Join us as our Insurance and Return to Work Coordinator and play a vital role in helping employees thrive, supporting positive recovery outcomes, and contributing to a culture where wellbeing is valued every day.
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Why this role matters
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As Insurance and Return to Work Coordinator, you'll play an important role in creating a safer, healthier workplace while also coordinating Council's insurance portfolio. With a focus across return to work and injury management, and insurance claims, you'll make a meaningful difference to the lives of our people, support fair and timely claims outcomes, and help protect the interests of our organisation.
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The Chance
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Reporting to the Manager - Risk & WHS,



you'll play a key role in supporting employee wellbeing, driving positive return to work outcomes, and coordinating Council's insurance matters. In this role, you will:
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Lead the end-to-end management and administration of workers compensation and income protection claims, ensuring positive outcomes for employees and the organisation.
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Coordinate and facilitate effective return to work and recovery at work programs, supporting employees, leaders and stakeholders throughout the process.
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Administer Council's insurance portfolio and coordinate insurance claims, enquiries, renewals, reporting and outstanding matters in consultation with relevant stakeholders.
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Provide expert advice and guidance on injury management, workers compensation, return to work and insurance matters to leaders, employees, claimants and stakeholders across the organisation.
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Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, Local Government Workers Compensation Scheme requirements, Performance Standards for Self-Insurers (PSSI), insurance scheme requirements and organisational policies.
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Partner with the Risk & WHS team and relevant stakeholders to analyse claims, incidents and trends, identifying opportunities to reduce risk, improve processes and support positive outcomes.
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Who you are
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You are more than an injury management professional. You are a compassionate problem solver, trusted advisor and strong relationship builder who can balance people-focused return to work support with practical insurance coordination to make a genuine impact.
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You bring:
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Proven experience in injury management, workers compensation claims administration, return to work coordination and insurance claims or portfolio administration.
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Strong knowledge of relevant workers compensation, return to work,



work health and safety and insurance requirements, with the ability to provide trusted advice and guidance.
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Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage, influence and build effective relationships across all levels of an organisation.
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Experience supporting return to work, injury management, claims management, insurance administration or workplace health initiatives that contribute to positive employee, claimant and organisational outcomes.
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The ability to analyse information, manage competing priorities and make informed decisions across both return to work and insurance matters in a complex and dynamic environment.
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A collaborative, proactive and solutions-focused approach, coupled with a genuine commitment to employee wellbeing, workplace safety and fair claims outcomes.
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Why Playford
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At the City of Playford, you'll find:
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A fast-growing, forward-thinking organisation where your work has visible impact.
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A culture that embraces innovation, courage, and continuous improvement.
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The chance to leave a legacy, not just in numbers, but in lives, communities, and futures.
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What can you do?
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Build positive outcomes for employees and the wider community.
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Remuneration
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Salary starting from $104,509 + Superannuation.
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Benefits available for anyone who meets the dispositions of the role:
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TBC
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Ready to make a difference? If you're passionate about supporting people through recovery and wellbeing journeys, want your work to create positive outcomes for individuals and the broader workplace, and want a role where your impact will be felt every day across our organisation, consider applying.
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Contract: Permanent ongoing and 6 month contract.
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Applications close 12pm on Friday 21 August.
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The City of Playford values diversity and work life balance and offers referrals for reasonable adjustments to support a diverse workforce.
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Accepting new qualified applicants nationally.
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Employment statement © City of Playford inclusive workplace.
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Compensation: $104,509 + Superannuation.

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