About Us
PACCAR is a global market leader specialising in the design, manufacture and distribution of premium heavy commercial vehicles; Kenworth and DAF, related parts, leasing and financial services via an extensive dealer network throughout Australia.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse / Occupational Health Nurse to join our team in a part-time capacity, working Wednesday to Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm.
In this hands-on role, you will support the health, safety and wellbeing of our employees through injury management, first aid treatment, health promotion initiatives and return-to-work support.
As the site's health professional, you will also lead our First Aid Officer program and work closely with Health & Safety and HR to promote a safe and healthy workplace.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and caring nurse who enjoys building strong relationships and making a positive impact across the business.
Responsibilities
Provide first aid treatment and medical support for workplace and non-workplace injuries and illnesses
Manage injury cases and support successful return-to-work outcomes
Act as a member of the Emergency Response Team during workplace incidents
Assist with the identification and management of workplace health risks and hazards
Monitor injury and illness trends and provide insights to support continuous improvement initiatives
Promote employee health, wellbeing and preventative health programs
Deliver health education, awareness campaigns and training sessions
Coordinate and conduct random and "for cause" drug and alcohol testing
Administer workplace vaccination programs




Maintain accurate and timely medical records across relevant systems
Lead and support the site's First Aid Officer program, including monitoring certification requirements
Work closely with Health & Safety, Human Resources and operational teams to achieve positive health outcomes
Participate in business improvement initiatives and special projects as required
Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety legislation, policies and procedures
What We Like About You
Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
Experience in occupational health, workplace nursing, injury management or a similar role
Return to Work Coordinator training or the willingness to utilise existing experience in injury management and rehabilitation
Current First Aid and CPR qualification
Drug and Alcohol Testing certification, or willingness to obtain
Strong administrative and record-keeping skills with high attention to detail
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel and Teams
Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trust and credibility across all levels of the business
Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capability
A proactive, compassionate and solution-focused approach to employee wellbeing
The ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with a broad range of internal stakeholders
Why Choose Us?
In return, PACCAR offers great working conditions, a friendly team setting, an excellent salary package including generous superannuation, salary sacrifice, corporate health benefits, education support and long-term employment and career opportunities.
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📌 Occupational Health Nurse (Melbourne)
🏢 Paccar Australia
📍 Melbourne