Use your return-to-work and injury management expertise to support positive recovery outcomes within a large government organisation.

- Temporary opportunity – approximately 3 months
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements
- Suitable for Central Coast and Newcastle-based candidates

About the Role

peoplefusion is partnering with a large government organisation to recruit an experienced Return to Work Coordinator. Working within People and Culture, you’ll support employees recovering from workplace injury or illness and coordinate safe, sustainable return-to-work outcomes.

Working as part of an experienced team, you will manage return-to-work and injury management matters across a diverse workforce.

Key responsibilities include:

- Coordinating return-to-work and rehabilitation programs
- Managing workplace injury matters and supporting employees through recovery
- Liaising with managers, medical practitioners and rehabilitation providers
- Reviewing medical reports and assessments
- Providing advice on workers compensation and injury management
- Maintaining accurate case documentation and records
- Working autonomously within relevant legislation, policies and procedures





The role requires a strong level of independent decision-making and stakeholder engagement.

About You

You will ideally bring:

- Significant Return to Work, Workers Compensation or Injury Management experience
- Experience managing rehabilitation programs and injury cases
- Strong knowledge of Workers Compensation legislation
- Ability to interpret medical reports and assessments
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- A qualified, organised and solutions-focused approach
- WorkCover accreditation as a rehabilitation coordinator
- Current NSW Class C driver's licence

Registered Nurse qualifications and immunisation accreditation are desirable but not essential.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

- Approximately 3-month temporary assignment
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements
- Suitable for candidates across the Central Coast and Newcastle
- Join an experienced and supportive team
- Work within a large government organisation
- Make a genuine contribution to employee recovery and wellbeing

We strive to create an environment of equal opportunity and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds.

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📌 Return to Work Coordinator (Central Coast Council)
🏢 Peoplefusion
📍 Central Coast Council