Injury Management Advisor

About Timberlink:
Timberlink Australia & New Zealand is a sustainable leading softwood timber products manufacturing and distribution business, employing over 600 people. Our world class manufacturing sites are located close to some of the best renewable plantation pine resources in the world - Bell Bay in Tasmania & Tarpeena in South Australia. Our fit-for-purpose indoor and outdoor plantation pine products are suitable for building new homes, renovation projects and other industrial manufacturing applications including packaging, pallets, and furniture components.
About the role:
We currently have an opportunity for an Injury Management Advisor to join our team at our Tarpeena manufacturing site, located 20 minutes from Mount Gambier.Reporting to the Manager, Workplace Relations and Injury Management, this role is responsible for the end-to-end management of workers' compensation claims and return-to-work coordination in South Australia, in accordance with the Return-to-Work Act 2014 (SA).The role also supports return to work and injury management across the Rest of Business states of Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia, coordinating with HR supporting claims directly with each state insurer under the relevant legislation.The role will support the development of foundational injury management processes for the Tarpeena site and broader business, covering both work-related and non-work-related illness and injury. In addition, the Injury Management Advisor will contribute to a range of HR programs and initiatives as required.
Key requirements & skills for the role:
ReturnToWorkSA Coordinator qualificationWillingness to obtain Return to Work Coordinator training or accreditation for other jurisdictions as requiredDemonstrated experience in workers' compensation claims management and/or return-to-work coordinationWorking knowledge of the Return to Work Act 2014 (SA) and relevant legislative obligationsExperience working with insurers, occupational rehabilitation providers and medical practitionerExperience maintaining case files, return-to-work plans and associated documentationA people-focused and process-driven approach, with strong attention to accuracy, compliance and confidentialityEffective case management and organisational skillAbility to manage competing priorities and meet deadlinesSound understanding of privacy obligations and confidentiality requirements
Benefits:
Timberlink Rewards, a platform that provides a range of discounts and cashback offers with associated retailersTeam Bonus program
Please note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and other Pre-Employment (including medical) checks as part of the recruitment process.
Timberlink is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported, regardless of their background, identity, or ability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and will continue to invest in creating a diverse workforce, ensuring that we hold ourselves accountable to our commitment to inclusion.
If you would like to know more, or wish to apply for the role, please submit your application including your cover letter and CV to ••••@timberlinkaustralia.com.au or through the apply now link, ensuring you select the job you are applying for.
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