South West Hospital and Health Service has an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Health & Safety Training Officer & Practitioner to join our team.

Join us in building better health in the bush!

Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Occupational Health & Safety
Classification AO4
Workplace Location South West Qld
Job ad reference QLD/SW692158
Closing date 23-Sep-2026
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Contact person Laticia Wedhorn
Contact details 0416 125 019
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The position is responsible for undertaking and coordinating a wide range of detailed administrative and/or operational tasks and activities to support health service objectives and ensure efficient and effective functioning of the work unit or program of work.

Effectively and efficiently inform and support the Manager Health Safety & Wellbeing on occupational health and safety training programs.

Participate in the development, implementation, review and reporting on South West Hospital and Health Service staff training programs in relation to Occupational Violence and any other training within Health, Safety and Wellbeing.

Participate in the development, implementation, review and reporting on South West Hospital and Health Service and Health Safety & Wellbeing Governed policies, guidelines, procedures and networks consistent with Departmental and Area Health Service policy.

The very nature of what we do and who we are is the real opportunity. Providing health care support in the bush is full of challenges, however, it remains the most rewarding of human experiences.

Escape the city crowds and discover a region rich in community spirit, diverse industry, wide open spaces and beautiful waterways. St George Hospital is a 31 bed facility located 513kms west of Brisbane,



servicing a population of approximately 2,400. Whether you are after a tree change, or a pace change, you will quickly become part of the community you care for in St George.

What we can do for you

Ultimately, we provide you a platform to leapfrog your career with more opportunities to experience a wider scope of practice with less competition due to location and population.

Nowhere else will you experience the vast diversity and career advancement other than in rural and remote Queensland.

- Up to 12.75% employer superannuation contribution!
- Great prospect to kick-start your career with an industry leader!
- Play a pivotal role in supporting our teams delivering better health in the bush!

Be a part of something bigger

South West Hospital and Health Service are part of Queensland Health and partner with many influential and leading organisations to boost partnerships and deliver world-class health care and services. We service an area of more than 310,000 square kilometres, are bordered by three states and cover 21% of Queensland. We provide services to a population of 26,000 via 26 healthcare facilities, consisting of Hospitals, Multipurpose Health Services, Community Clinics, Aged Care Facilities and General Practice Services.

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