Nunkuwarrin Yunti, the foremost Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation in Adelaide aims to promote and deliver improvement in the health and wellbeing of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families in the greater metropolitan areas of Adelaide and regional areas to advance their social, cultural and economic status. The Organisation places a strong focus on a client centered approach to the delivery of services and a collaborative working culture to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients.
Nunkuwarrin Yunti is a Child Safe Organisation.
Job Description
The responsibilities of the Work Health & Safety and Risk Officer will include:
Support in the development and implementation of Policies.
Collaborate with the Document Officer to formulate and implement Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) and risk management policies and procedures that align with legislative requirements.
Conduct routine reviews and updates of safety and risk policies to guarantee compliance with current legal standards and industry best practices.
Desired Skills and Experience
Essential:
Relevant WHS and Risk management certifications (minimum - Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety) and/or a minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role
Demonstrated commitment to professional development and ongoing learning, including actively maintaining a contemporary skillset.
Strong knowledge of WHS and risk management legislation and regulations in Australia.
EDRMS (Electronic Document Records Management System) experience
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships
Meticulous attention to detail and well-developed problem-solving abilities.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
Desirable:
Experience in Clinical Governance and various accreditation surveys such as NSMHS, RACGP, ASES, ASQA
Understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and health programs.
Experience working in other Not-for-Profit organisations.
Applications close Monday 11th August 2025
Please note, a current National Police Check and Working with Children Check are mandatory for this role.
Nunkuwarrin Yunti is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
