The Opportunity
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart (OLSH) is seeking a proactive, knowledgeable and highly organised Work Health and Safety Coordinator to join our College.
This role will be responsible for planning, designing and administration relating to WHS and Return to Work (RTW) activities, ensuring a safe, compliant and supportive environment for students, staff, contractors and visitors across the College.
This permanent part time (22 hours per week and 41 weeks per year) position offers a busy and varied workload for an experienced safety professional who enjoys building positive relationships, promoting safety culture and supporting compliance across a school environment.
Key responsibilities
Implement and continuous improvement of WHS policies, procedures and initiatives across the College
Provide advice, recommendations and practical guidance on WHS and RTW matters, in conjunction with Catholic Safety & Injury Management (CSaIM)
Investigate injuries, incidents, hazards, risks and near misses, ensuring appropriate corrective and preventative actions are implemented
Conduct and review risk assessments and implement effective control measures
Undertake workplace inspections and audits to monitor compliance and identify opportunities for improvement
Provide WHS inductions for staff, contractors, volunteers and visitors
Support the coordination and monitoring of mandatory WHS training requirements, including maintaining accurate records




Assist with Return to Work processes and promoting early intervention and injury management practices
Support contractor compliance processes, including monitoring relevant licences, insurances and clearances
Actively participate and assist with WHS Committee administration, including preparation of documentation, meeting support and follow‐up of actions
About You
Diploma qualification in WHS (or related field) and/or experience in a similar role
Return to Work Coordinator certificate or willingness to obtain and maintain currency
Highly developed administration skills and a customer‐centric mindset
Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
Why Us?
OLSH is a team-oriented and friendly school environment.
Additional benefits include:
Study Incentive Programs up to $1,500 per annum
School holidays offand generous leave provisions such as paid parental leave and family leave
Leave Loading paid at 17.5%
About Us?
OLSH College is a Catholic secondary school for girls from Years 7 – 12.
Since ****, we have been building on tradition and inspiring excellence in girls' education.
Our professional and dedicated staff strive in preparing students for future challenges by encouraging creativity, perseveranceand resilience.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Nicky Snell, HR & Compliance Officer on *********.
Applications will close 5pm Thursday 5 November ****.
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📌 Work Health & Safety Coordinator (South Australia)
🏢 OLSH
📍 South Australia