Work Health & Safety (WHS) Officer

Work Health & Safety (WHS) Officer

Part-Time (0.6 FTE) | Opportunity to Expand to Full-Time

Why you’ll Love this Role

For more than 50 years, The Good Shepherd Home has been a leading provider of quality residential aged care services in Townsville. We take an innovative approach and focus on developing the best possible outcomes for Residents and Staff. You will get to know our residents, families and staff and enjoy making a difference in the lives of others.  

As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact every day while working alongside dedicated professionals who share a passion for excellence in aged care. We offer a collaborative workplace and the chance to contribute to continuous improvement across the Home.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Work Health & Safety (WHS) Officer to lead and support workplace health and safety initiatives across the Home.

This position is offered as a part-time role (0.6 FTE), with working days negotiable. For the right candidate, there is the opportunity to expand the role into a full-time Work Health & Safety and Compliance Officer position by taking on additional responsibilities in governance, compliance, organisational data collection, monitoring, analysis and reporting.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced WHS professional looking for flexibility, or someone seeking to broaden their career into aged care compliance and governance.

What You'll Bring

You will be a proactive and organised WHS professional with the ability to build strong relationships and promote a positive safety culture. Experience in aged care, healthcare or a similar environment will be highly regarded.

Your skills & experience

·         Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (BSB41419) or higher

·         Proven experience in risk management, incident investigation and workers' compensation/return-to-work coordination.

·         Demonstrated experience handling data systems and/or digital risk management applications

Desirable:

·         Qualified Fire Safety Advisor as per the Queensland Building Fire Safety requirements

·         Certificate IV Workplace Training and Assessment

Employment Requirements

Applicants must:

• Have the right to work in Australia.

• Hold a current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (Yellow Card) or be willing to obtain one prior to commencement.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your application via SEEK or email ***********@tgsh.org.au

Your application should include:

• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and whether you are seeking part-time or full-time employment.

• An up-to-date resume.

• Evidence of your current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (Yellow Card), or confirmation that you are willing to obtain one.

Applications close: Tuesday 15th September 2026

We encourage applications from candidates who are passionate about workplace safety and committed to creating positive outcomes for residents, staff and the Home.