Work Health and Safety Officer
Lead the Way to a Safer Tomorrow — At John Hunter Hospital as a WHS Liaison Officer.
Renumeration: $84,436 – $112,331 Per Annum + Superannuation + Packaging
Safety Isn’t Just a Policy — It’s a Promise. Help Us Keep It.
Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is looking for a passionate and proactive Work Health & Safety (WHS) Liaison Officer to lead safety initiatives across John Hunter Hospital and John Hunter Children’s Hospital. You’ll be instrumental in creating and sustaining a safe, compliant, and collaborative working environment for staff, patients, and visitors alike.
About the Role
As a WHS Liaison Officer, you’ll coordinate, manage, and enhance the hospital-wide safety management program. You’ll advise leadership teams, deliver site audits, ensure compliance with WHS legislation, and support the implementation of safety systems such as ChemAlert, Occupational Hygiene, and noise management programs. Your expertise will directly contribute to the well-being of everyone who enters our hospitals.
What You’ll Bring
- A relevant WHS qualification or strong experience in safety management within complex organisations with a willingingness to study a suitable qualification.
- In-depth knowledge of WHS legislation and risk management practices.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills – you're confident educating and influencing others.
- Strong project coordination skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities independently.
- A valid NSW driver’s licence.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a values-driven organisation that prioritises cultural respect and safety.
- Contribute to real-world impact in one of NSW’s largest healthcare facilities.
- Work with a collaborative team that encourages innovation and growth.
- Enjoy flexible work conditions, professional development opportunities, and the support of an experienced leadership team.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Information for your Application
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Saneesh Baby on Saneesh.Baby@health.nsw.gov.au
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link above). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
Information for Applicants:
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
We strongly encourage applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander to apply.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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