Commencement: ASAP | Employment Status: Permanent Part time – 37.5 hours per week, 43 weeks per year (negotiable) | Classification Level: ESO Grade 5 The Opportunity Mount Carmel College is seeking an experienced and highly capable Work, Health & Safety Risk & Compliance Officer to lead and enhance the College's safety, risk management and compliance framework. Reporting directly to the Business Manager, this autonomous specialist role is responsible for leading Work Health & Safety (WHS) and Return to Work (RTW) functions, maintaining compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements and supporting the ongoing development of the College's risk management framework. The position plays a key role in fostering a proactive culture of safety, wellbeing, accountability and continuous improvement across the College community. About You We are seeking a professional who has:
• Formal tertiary qualifications in Work Health & Safety; Compliance and Risk Management (or equivalent)
• Demonstrated experience in Work Health & Safety, Return to Work, Risk Management and Compliance functions within an education setting is preferred but not required.
• Sound knowledge of relevant WHS, RTW, risk and compliance legislation and best-practice frameworks.
• Experience developing, implementing and reviewing policies, procedures, systems and reporting mechanisms.
• Highly developed organisational skills and the ability to initiate, analyse, plan,



implement and evaluate specialist programs and functions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build productive relationships across all levels of an organisation.
• Proven ability to work autonomously, exercise sound judgement and manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional standards, confidentiality and continuous improvement.
• Advanced computing skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and database management. For further information refer to the Position Description Negotiable hours and weeks The College is open to some negotiation of the number of hours per week and weeks per year (41 to 43). This role is on-site only and not work from home.

About Us
Mount Carmel College comprises a Primary Campus, Secondary Campus, and the Western Technical College, located in the northwestern suburbs of Adelaide. Steeped in the Josephite tradition, Mount Carmel College offers students a rich and engaging Catholic co-education from Reception to Year 12. Guided by our core values of Belonging, Diversity, Excellence, and Relationship, we are committed to fostering an environment where every student can thrive. Applications To apply please submit the following:
• A cover letter and resume
• Contact details of three current referees
• A completed Applicant Declaration Form

📌 Work, Health (Adelaide)
🏢 Catholic Education South Australia
📍 Adelaide