Work Health and Safety Advisor

At Southern Cross Care WA, we help people live extraordinary lives, every day, connected to communities. 

About the role and where you will be working: 

As a Work Health and Safety Advisor, you will provide direct advice and support to employees on all WHS related matters, ensuring hazards are identified, reported, and actioned in a timely manner. You will play a key role in identifying corrective and preventative actions, coordinating review plans, and supporting the continuous improvement of WHS practices across the organisation.

Based at our Central Office in Rivervale, you will also contribute to the design, development, and implementation of innovative site level WHS initiatives that enhance safety and wellbeing for all staff.

Your responsibilities will include but not limited to: 

• Advise staff and workgroups to ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, and codes of practice.
• Deliver WHS training 
• Support WHS governance by assisting with the Work Health and Safety Steering Committee, including coordination, participation, and minute‑taking.
• Lead WHS Representative committee activities and ensure representatives are trained and reporting effectively.
• Manage the execution of Emergency Response training and simulations across all SCCWA facilities.
• Prepare and deliver WHS training on systems, processes and organisational requirements, including the WHS induction for new starters. 
• Identify and action hazards, ensuring unsafe conditions are reported, monitored, and resolved through appropriate corrective actions.
• Prepare and deliver WHS training on systems, processes, and organisational requirements including the WHS induction for new starters.

About you: 

You are a proactive and confident WHS professional who thrives in a role where your expertise directly contributes to safer, healthier workplaces. You bring strong communication and relationship‑building skills, allowing you to influence positive safety behaviours and engage effectively with staff at all levels.

You’re highly organised, able to balance competing priorities, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team. You enjoy problem‑solving, thinking critically, and supporting others to understand and meet their WHS responsibilities. Most importantly, you’re committed to fostering a culture where safety, wellbeing, and continuous improvement are at the forefront of everyday work.

To be considered for this role, you’ll need:

• Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety or related discipline, or equivalent relevant industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, including the Work Health and Safety Act and Regulations.
• Experience in WHS policies, procedures, and risk management, with an understanding of integrated management systems.
• Exceptional interpersonal and influencing skills to guide, coach, and support staff in meeting compliance requirements.

Working with us: 

At Southern Cross Care WA, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where employees feel valued, supported and empowered to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. 

When you join us, you'll become part of a purpose-driven organisation that helps people live extraordinary lives, connected to communities. In return, we'll support your growth, wellbeing and career through a range of benefits including: 

• Not-for-profit salary packaging options of up to $15,900 for general living expenses and $2,650 for entertainment benefits. 
• Corporate Health Insurance discount
• Free employee assistance program
• A diverse range of services which allows professional development and growth
• Paid Parental Leave
• Annual leave starting at 4 weeks for full time employees.  
• Carers/personal leave 
• Service Awards for long standing employees 
• Flexible working environment  

How to apply:

To express your interest, please apply with an up-to-date resume. A cover letter outlining your experience / suitability is preferred.  

Kindly note, if your application progresses to an interview, we’ll be asking for: 

• National Police Clearance - current within 6 months 
• Immunisation record (flu) for client facing roles  
• A completed pre-employment health questionnaire 
• Proof of work rights  

About us:  

Established over 50 years ago, Southern Cross Care WA is a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organisation contributing to social, health and economic development in WA. We do this by enabling the delivery of integrated services in our community for the increasingly complex health, care and accommodation needs of our aging population and those living with mental illness. 

Our dedicated and passionate team of around 1000 employees and 130 volunteers, deliver care and services to over 3000 West Australians across our residential, retirement village, mental health, community housing and home care portfolio. 

Our promise to our clients, residents and each other is to enable extraordinary because we; 

Listen, Act, Do not give up, Work as one. 

Southern Cross Housing Ltd. are part of the Southern Cross Care WA Inc. Group. 

Southern Cross Care WA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We also acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work. 

For more information on the services, we provide visit: scrosswa.org.au