Workplace Health & Safety Manager - Bundaberg

IMPACT Community Services Limited (IMPACT) is a high profile, community owned organisation supporting the most vulnerable and marginalised members of our community. Since 1978, we have been supporting local people experiencing disadvantage, poverty and exclusion. Our vision is improving lives. IMPACT is also a Child Safe Organisation committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.

We are seeking a Workplace Health & Safety Manager to partner with leaders and teams to provide healthy and safe workplaces for our staff across the Wide Bay, Fraser Coast and Discovery Coast regions.

About the role

This is a leadership role suited to an experienced WH&S Manager who can operate strategically and operationally. You will lead the development and continuous improvement of safety processes and systems through working alongside leaders and teams. On a day-to-day basis, you will:

• Promote a positive safety culture and employee wellbeing outcomes
• Provide expert advice and support to leaders and teams to embed safe work practices in their day-to-day work and operations
• Manage rehabilitation and return-to-work processes and WorkCover obligations
• Support IMPACT to maintain compliance with WHS legislation, regulations, standards, and Codes of Practice
• Collaborate with leaders and provide advice and support in terms of risk management
• Lead the WH&S team, manage WH&S plans and projects

Why IMPACT?

• A fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO) and enjoy a long weekend
• Salary packaging up to $18,900 per year to increase your take home pay 
• Birthday bonus day off
• Paid 2 hours per month to donate to a worthy cause of your choice
• Opportunities for advancement with our 'grow your own' approach
• Leadership programs with the Institute of Managers and Leaders 
• Leaders Lab, development support for employees aspiring to leadership roles 
• Workplace Chaplaincy for face to face, confidential support + external employee assistance program
• Corporate Gym Membership offer
• Reimbursement for Working with Children clearance (after completed probation)

About you

You are an experienced WHS leader with an ability to influence and collaborate with a range of stakeholders to drive safety outcomes. You combine strategic thinking with hands-on leadership and are passionate about building safe and healthy workplaces.

What you’ll bring

• Certificate IV or above in Work Health & Safety
• Fire Safety Advisor certification
• Significant experience in partnering with leaders and teams to maintain and improve safety in their work environments
• A track record in driving a safety culture across multiple locations, including high risk environments
• Demonstrated experience as a Rehabilitation and Return to Work Coordinator
• Excellent communication skills including report writing

To find out more, view our position description and full list of staff benefits on our website.

How to apply

Submit your application today and provide your:

• Cover letter showing us why you are a great match for this role
• Current resume

IMPACT welcomes all applications, including from Indigenous Australians, people with a lived experience of mental health concerns and recovery, a disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ+ and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

We believe that diversity in our workplace makes us stronger and we provide equal opportunity to all. IMPACT is proud to be an INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER 2024-2025 with the Diversity Council Australia. Selection for all vacancies is made on the basis of merit. 

The successful applicant will be required to obtain background checks prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check.