Workplace Health and Safety Specialist

Weu2019re Feros Care, and weu2019re pleased to meet you.

Since 1990, weu2019ve been making it happen, both for older Australians and people with disability. We are proud to be Game Changers. Dream Makers. Kindness Champions. Culture Shapers. Vibrant Creators. And itu2019s not just us who thinks so; Weu2019ve won many awards on the local and international stage for our approach.

Drive practical safety solutions and help shape a safer tomorrow.

We are seeking an experienced Workplace Health and Safety Specialist to join our People Experience team.

As a trusted WHS expert, youu2019ll work closely with leaders and frontline teams to strengthen our safety culture, reduce risk and drive continuous improvement. Combining hands on support with pragmatic safety expertise, youu2019ll help ensure our people have the knowledge, tools and confidence to work safely every day.

From coaching leaders and delivering training, to investigating incidents and identifying emerging risks, youu2019ll play a key role in creating safer, healthier workplaces where our people feel safe, supported and empowered to continue making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

What youu2019ll do

- Develop, implement and continuously improve our WHS systems, policies and procedures to help keep our people safe and ensure weu2019re meeting our obligations.
- Work closely with leaders, Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs) and teams across Feros Care to build a positive and proactive approach to safety.
- Provide practical WHS advice and support to help leaders confidently manage safety risks and responsibilities.
- Keep an eye on safety performance, identify trends and share insights and recommendations with leaders.
- Investigate incidents, hazards and near misses, understand what happened, and help implement actions to prevent them happening again.
- Support consultation and safety conversations across the business,



ensuring our people feel heard and involved.
- Conduct risk assessments and work alongside operational teams to identify risks and find practical ways to reduce them.
- Partner with the Return to Work, People Experience and operational teams to improve safety outcomes and employee wellbeing.
- Develop and deliver engaging WHS training that builds confidence, knowledge and capability across the workforce.
- Support the organisation during significant safety incidents and emergency situations when required.
- Keep up to date with changes to WHS legislation and industry best practice and help translate these into everyday ways of working.
- Build solid relationships across the organisation through regular site visits and a hands on approach to supporting teams.

What youu2019ll bring

- Demonstrated success in Workplace Health & Safety roles, with 5+ years' experience as a WHS Specialist, Advisor or similar.
- Solid knowledge of WHS legislation and best practice, with the ability to make complex requirements easy to understand and apply.
- Experience investigating incidents, assessing risks and driving improvements that make a genuine difference.
- The confidence to build relationships, influence others and have meaningful conversations with stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong problem solving skills and the ability to spot trends, identify risks and recommend practical solutions.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to adapt your approach to different audiences.
- Experience facilitating training, toolbox talks or safety workshops that engage and educate participants.




- A proactive and solutions focused approach, with the ability to juggle competing priorities.
- A hands on style and willingness to spend time with teams in their workplaces, understanding the realities of how work gets done.
- Experience improving processes, supporting change and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Willingness and ability to travel regularly to local sites in Tweed, Kingscliff and Bangalow, with occasional travel to other Feros Care locations as required. A fleet vehicle is available for local work related travel.

Qualifications & Checks

- Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (minimum requirement) or equivalent qualification.
- Undergo a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

Why Feros Care?

- Not for Profit Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 per annum, and meal and entertainment salary sacrifice of up to $2,650 per annum, all tax free, stretching your income further.
- Flexible Working Arrangements, including a hybrid model with a combination of working from our Coolangatta office and the flexibility to work remotely.
- 17.5% Annual Leave loading.
- Cultural Leave Days for eligible employees.
- Enjoy exclusive discounts, financial tips, and wellness programs through our ForME employee benefits platform.
- Private Health Insurance Discount with Medibank.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Paid Parental Leave (9 weeks) for eligible employees.
- Access to Fitness Passport - discounted gym and pool memberships for you and your family.

We actively seek to include, welcome and value the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disability.

If you would like to discuss accessibility requirements, preferred communication methods or other possibilities, please contact

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📌 Workplace Health and Safety Specialist (City of Gold Coast)
🏢 Feros Care
📍 City of Gold Coast