Health, Safety and Wellbeing Support Officer

1 month ago

Melbourne, United States Victoria Police Full time

The Victoria Police Forensic Services Department is an accredited laboratory that provides a professional forensic service to Victoria Police, persons involved with the administration of justice and the public.

Victoria Police

Forensic Services Department

Business & Professional Support Services

Health, Safety & Wellbeing Support Officer

VPS-4 ongoing role available

About the role:

With a strong commitment to promotion of health and safety of all Forensic Services Department employees, the Health, Safety & Wellbeing Support Officer provides managers and employees with knowledge, guidance, analysis and expertise, in support of the Forensic Services Department and force policies in relation to Health and Safety.

As the successful applicant , some of your duties will include:

Assist managers with activities of the Department's health, safety and wellbeing functions in order to meet compliance with Departmental procedures, Victoria Police policy and relevant OHS legislation. Assist in the development, implementation, monitoring and review of strategies, special projects, policy and procedures, guidance material and training documentation to support achievement of organisational goals to eliminate or minimise risks and ensure legislative compliance. Provide support and guidance to internal and external stakeholders in the development of strategic health, safety and wellbeing planning through data trend analysis, audit findings and hazard inspections. Confidently represent and provide high quality advice and assistance to all internal and external stakeholders on ways to improve health, safety and wellbeing performance. Coordinate the development and delivery of in-house training, as well as facilitate and coordinate training provided by key external stakeholders to all levels of staff on matters related to health, safety and wellbeing. Establish and maintain effective communication processes, build positive, functional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Maintain and ensure accurate recording of statistical data information and prepare statistical reports for management to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards and organisational policies and procedures. Act as Secretariat for the FSD HSW Committee and associated sub-committees.

Skills & experience:

Demonstrated experience performing a health, safety and wellbeing role in a dynamic environment. A relevant OH&S qualification or equivalent experience Good communication skills with the proven ability to establish productive working relationships Highly developed administrative skills and proven competence in standard office software applications Experience in meeting management, specifically pre- and post-meeting activities and minute taking Ability to learn quickly and multi-task to achieve set objectives within defined timeframes

Requirements and relevant information:

Position is located at 31 Forensic drive Macleod, Victoria 1x VPS-4 ongoing full-time role available. Commencing salary will be at the base level of the VPS-4 Salary Range. The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening. The successful candidate will be required to provide a DNA sample (buccal swab) for use in laboratory quality control procedures (elimination purposes only) Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.

How to apply

Your application must include:

Resume , Responses to the Selection Criteria – The Selection Criteria is found in the position Description attached to the job advertisement.

Current Victorian Government employees must apply via Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE).

Please Note : All applications will need to be submitted through the following platforms: Job Skills Exchange (JSE), website and SEEK. Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email.

Applications close midnight, Tuesday 20th August 2024.

For further information on this role contact: Leonie Hamstra via email on phone 9450-9770

If you have a disability/medical condition and require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirements/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process, please contact VPS Recruitment via email

About Us:

Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety. 

Having a workforce that reflects the community we serve is important to Victoria Police. We want to attract and retain people of all genders, ages, religions, disability, sexual orientation, family and caring responsibilities, and cultures including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. If you are interested in a position, we encourage you to apply as we celebrate the benefit that diversity brings to our employees, our services, and our community.

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