Work Health & Safety Business Partner

Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we’d love to hear from you

• Drive positive health, safety and wellbeing outcomes across our community
• Partner with leaders to build safe, inclusive and supportive workplaces
• SCHADS Level 6 ($56.95 per hour) + Salary Packaging

About the role

As our Work Health & Safety Business Partner, you’ll play a key role in building a culture where people feel safe, supported and empowered to do their best work.

You will work collaboratively across the organisation to strengthen our approach to workplace health, safety and wellbeing, providing trusted advice, guidance and practical support to our leaders and teams. This is a role where you can make a genuine difference not just through compliance, but by fostering care, connection and proactive wellbeing.

You’re a skilled communicator who builds strong relationships and works collaboratively to solve problems. Experience partnering with leaders in community, health or human services is a plus and you’re genuinely committed to creating safe, supportive and positive workplaces for everyone.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Lead HSW initiatives that support a safe, inclusive and caring workplace culture
• Provide expert advice on WHS and wellbeing legislation, risk management and best practice
• Partner with People Leaders to build confidence and capability in managing safety and wellbeing
• Support early intervention, injury prevention and return-to-work processes
• Develop and maintain practical WHS policies, procedures and frameworks
• Work collaboratively with WHS, P&C and Quality teams to deliver projects and build organisation-wide awareness

     You will also need:

• Tertiary qualifications in Work Health & Safety or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Sound understanding of WHS legislation, risk management and injury management principles
• Current valid Driver’s License and the ability to undertake travel for the role
• Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Screening Check
• Right to Work within Australia
• National Police Records Check
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate – free online course

Our people are the heart of everything we do and we are committed to supporting their safety, health and wellbeing every day.

What we offer

• A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued
• An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment
• Salary packaging up to $15,899 enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing
• Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum
• Receive 17.5% leave loading every time you take annual leave
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
• Paid Cultural leave (where applicable)
• Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program

For a confidential discussion about the role, we encourage you to contact Narelle Hyde |  nhyde@wellways.org

Once you APPLY click here for a copy of the position description

Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people.  Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.

Job Description Summary

Drive meaningful wellbeing and safety initiatives that make a real difference across the community.

Culture

We’re passionate about our work, which is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding. All of our teams work to ensure everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We know that people are unique and the experts on their life and are not defined by impairments, diagnosis or labels. We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ+ and First Nations communities.

How to Apply

Applications Close

30/11/2025