Port Macquarie-Hastings Council

Health Safety & Wellbeing Trainee

About the Opportunity

At PMHC every employee plays a part in ensuring we work together to achieve positive outcomes for our community. Kickstart your career in Health, Safety, and Wellbeing (HSW) with a hands-on training opportunity at PMHC. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated HSW Trainee to join our People, Safety, and Performance team. This full-time, temporary position (18 months) will provide you with practical experience and professional development in a supportive and engaging workplace.

Creating a safe and supportive environment for our workforce of over 700 staff members our team plays a vital role in promoting health, safety, and wellbeing across the organisation. As an HSW Trainee, you will work closely with the Health, Safety, and Wellbeing Manager and team to support a range of activities, including:

• Assisting with HSW policy development, risk management, and inspections.
• Supporting the delivery and evaluation of health, safety, and wellbeing programs.
• Contributing to the management of workers’ compensation cases.
• Assisting with HSW communications and educational materials.
• Promoting a positive safety culture within the organization.
• Completing training modules in line with your traineeship requirements.

We are looking for someone eager to learn and develop their skills in a fast-paced and supportive environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• A commitment to safety and a positive attitude towards learning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organisational skills with the ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines.
• Enthusiasm for contributing to the health, safety, and wellbeing of others.

What you will get:

• 1.5 Year Traineeship and full-time work
• Paid study time - complete a Certificate IV Work, Health and Safety
• On the job technical training and development
• Genuine career opportunities within Council

Remuneration and Benefits

Employment type: Full-time role (35 hours per week), temporary

Weekly starting salary $439 to $809 (depending on your highest year of schooling completed and number years since you finished school).

You must be an Australian/NZ citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident; no visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.

Benefits:

• PPE provided
• Discounted gym membership through membership to Fitness Passport
• Career development opportunities
• Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award 2023 plus annual salary review
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Generous employee assistance program
• Salary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
• Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

About the Port Macquarie Hastings Region

The region is one of Australia's most enviable locations. We boast a stunning hinterland, kilometres of pristine beaches, national parks, playgrounds, sporting facilities, restaurants, galleries, theatres and a genuine community vibe. The Mid-North Coast is perfect for hiking, surfing, camping, fishing, exploration, sports, arts, theatre, food and wine.

Questions?

If you would like to know more about this opportunity or have any questions about the role please contact the Talent Team via jobs@pmhc.nsw.gov.au

Recruitment Timeline

Applications for this opportunity close on Sunday 5 January 2025; to submit your application, please answer the questions below and attach a copy of your resume.

Interviews will be held on 10 January 2025.

You must be available for an induction day on 22 January 2025.

Employment should commence by Mid-February 2025

Applications Close: Sunday 5 January 2025 at 11.30pm

Notes:

Suitable candidates may be placed on a talent pool or eligibility list for future identical, or similar positions for a period of 12 months.

Please upload documents in PDF format.

We often ask our preferred applicants to complete pre-employment checks. This may include: Reference Checks; National Criminal Police Check; Medical Assessment; Qualification Verification; Working with Children Check Verification.

PMHC's recruitment notification process is primarily via system generated emails. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting an application to avoid missing crucial updates and outcomes. Email communication notifications are used for but not limited to: application received, interview booking tools, confirmation of interview, request for references/more information, delay notifications, testing/assessments (aptitude/psychometric/industry specific) and application outcomes (unsuccessful before or after interview).

Please regularly check your 'junk mail' or ensure our email address Jobs@pmhc.nsw.gov.au and Pulse email no_reply@lgss.com.au is set to 'trustworthy'.

Port Macquarie Hastings Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people.