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Position Number
18446

Position Classification
Administration Officer 5BI ($95,603 - $100,583)

Location
Batchelor               
                                          
Reporting to
Senior Manager, People and Culture

Licences
Applicants must have an Ochre Card and a current Police Check and/or the ability to obtain these prior to commencement.

Required Qualifications
Original certified copies of qualifications must be supplied.

How to apply
Submit application to recruitment@batchelor.edu.au

• All applications must include a completed application lodgement form
• Each selection criteria must be individually addressed
• Current CV/resume to be included

We strongly encourage Indigenous Australian applicants to apply for all Batchelor Institute vacancies.

Tenure
Permanent Full Time

Applications close
Friday 3rd July 2026

Purpose of the Position
The Work Health and Safety (WHS) Officer is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of workplace health and safety systems. The role ensures compliance with relevant WHS legislation, policies, and procedures while promoting a positive safety culture across the Institute.

Duties

• Maintain accurate WHS records and documentation.
• Assist in the development and review of WHS policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Support risk assessments and review risk control effectiveness.
• Coordinate WHS induction programs for new employees.
• Deliver or arrange safety training and toolbox talks.
• Promote employee awareness of workplace safety requirements.
• Recommend improvements to safety systems and practices.
• Undertake other reasonable duties as directed by your line manager.

Selection Criteria

1. Qualification in Work Health and Safety, a related field and/or relevant demonstrated experience
2. Knowledge of WHS legislation and regulatory requirements.
3. Ability to prepare reports and maintain accurate records.
4. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in culturally diverse teams within the social, political, and cultural environments of Indigenous Australian families, communities, and organisations.
5. Highly effective interpersonal skills including proficient written and oral communication which can be adapted to meet the needs of people from all educational levels.
6. Ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
7. Demonstrated initiative and managing workload priorities.
8. Understanding of Work Health and Safety principles and practices, and ability to comply with Institute WHS Policies and Procedures.

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