Description:
About us
PEER is undergoing significant growth, including expanding beyond the construction industry and partnering with the defence industry to continue to build the skilled workforce for the future. We are on the lookout for an outstanding individual to join our Work health safety team as a WHS and Injury management Consultant.
PEER is a not-for-profit industry-based organisation, a Group Training Organisation (GTO) and National award-winning Registered Training Organisation (RTO), delivering nationally accredited training packages to meet South Australia’s skill development needs.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced WHS/IM consultant who can manage the injury management and return to work process for apprentices and corporate staff whilst supporting the team with the implementation of the WHS framework and systems.
Reporting to the WHS Manager, key responsibilities include:
- Manage both work-related and non-work-related injuries from start to finish, fostering early intervention and effective case management for smooth return-to-work outcomes.
- Manage the injury management claims process for work related injuries,
- Establishing key relationships with EML, medical practitioners and preferred providers.
- Assist in implementing WHS initiatives, policies, procedures and strategies
- Conduct routine safety inspections and risk assessments
- Provide operational WHS support and advice
- Support the audit review process
- Assist in Investigation of any injuries, incidents and near misses with recommended corrective actions.
- Support the development of training needs analysis, recommendations and training plan, including the delivery of WHS induction
- Prepare and maintain accurate WHS records, reports, and documentation.
About You:
PEER values its people and fosters a workplace culture centered on collaboration, innovation, and safety. We are seeking an experienced WHS/ IM who is passionate about leading impactful safety initiatives in the construction and defense industries. The ideal candidate will have:
- A tertiary qualification or a minimum of Cert 4 in WHS (desirable)
- Certification in workplace injury management, return to work coordination, or rehabilitation coordination. or willingness to undertake training
- Internal audit qualification and/or experience or willing to undertake training
- Competency in Microsoft Office
You will also need:
- Federal Police check
- Working with Children check
What we offer
PEER prides itself on its inclusive, collaborative and supportive culture that celebrates and enhances the employee experience including benefits such as:
- Competitive salary with annual reviews
- Phone, laptop
- Flexible Working Conditions including monthly Rostered Days Off (RDO)
- Gifted leave over the Christmas Shut Down period (in addition to 4 weeks annual leave)
- 12% SGC (superannuation guarantee contribution) and same pay super
- Extended Personal Leave for a significant illness or event
- Free onsite car parking
- Access to ongoing professional development and Education Assistance Program
- Access to retail discounts, corporate health insurance plans, salary sacrifice options
Apply now
Sound like a great opportunity or want to know more. A full position description can be obtained by contacting Brooke Sapio on 0439088*** or *******@peer.com.au
We believe in hiring for potential and are committed to building a workplace that’s diverse and inclusive. We encourage applications from everyone including people who may not tick all the criteria, from culturally diverse backgrounds, are living with a disability, job seekers of all ages, First Nation Peoples, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
RTO code: 45744
Closing Date 28 February 2025