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Wellbeing & Injury Support Officer | PSC1227Join to apply for the Wellbeing & Injury Support Officer | PSC1227 role at Port Stephens CouncilWellbeing & Injury Support Officer | PSC12272 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Wellbeing & Injury Support Officer | PSC1227 role at Port Stephens CouncilGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.A great lifestyle in a treasured environment, this is life at PSC!The opportunityAs a newly created position within the structure, our Work Health and Safety team are seeking a Wellbeing and Injury Support Officer to join their team on a permanent basis.With a strong understanding of the workers compensation legislation, you will support our Injury Management/Return to Work (RTW) Program in triaging incidents - both work and non-work related, assisting the Wellbeing and Injury Coordinator in case management of injured workers including the management of records and communications, treatment plans, and reconciliation of workers compensation payments.Councils business activities are diverse, as are its safety and risk management needs. This provides great opportunity for diversity in the type of challenges and engagements this role will connect with. You will have the opportunity to implement and evolve Councils mature approach to injury management and wellbeing programs in a supported work environment.Broader to this, your role will assist the wider Enterprise Risk team when required with regard to general administrative duties, and work in collaboration with the WHS Manager on the delivery of our internal Health and Wellness Program, PSCare. This is inclusive of promoting our health and wellbeing programs, fostering WHS education and awareness, undertaking ergonomic assessments, and coordinating our Workers Health Initiative through staff engagements, marketing, memberships and payments to suppliers included.This is a permanent opportunity working full-time 35 hours / week + access to a flexible working arrangementBase Salary Range: $73,236 - $86,085 pa based on 35 hours / week + 12% superannuation + $2,464 retention allowanceYou will be working from PSC Administration Building, Raymond TerraceSome of the key responsibilities within this role are listed below however you can view the full list here view the position description.Support the delivery of our RTW Program and Health & Wellness Program PSCare, including administrative functions of eachProvide administrative support to the WHS Manager, and broader Enterprise Risk teamUndertake workplace ergonomic assessmentsPromote and coordinate our health and wellbeing activities and programs across PSCWere all about putting the right people, in the right role! Heres what were looking for:A Diploma qualification in relevant field OR extensive and contemporary equivalent qualifications and experienceKnowledge and experience of the Return to Work Process, rehabilitation and workers compensation process and legislationSIRA Return to Work Coordinator CertificateAdvanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Promapp)This is life at PSC!Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and leave in lieuLong service leave when youve been with us for just over 5 yearsPaid Parental Leave so you can spend more time with your new little humanConfidential support (including mental health) through our employee assistance programAward winning health and wellbeing program PSCare, Workers Health Initiative with access to a broad range of gyms in the area, and discounted health insuranceFree parking on site and a convenient local shopping centreCoffee and food to keep you sustained at our on-site cafAnd lots moreEnough about us, we want to hear about you! So tell us aboutWhy you want this role and how it aligns with your career goals?Ready to Apply? Heres what you need to knowApplications Close: Midnight, Sunday, 31 August 2025Contact: Nicole Le Grange, WHS Manager, on (02) 4988 0158 or Lyndsay ODonnell, Wellbeing & Injury Coordinator, on (02) 4988 0315For information on our recruitment process, and what we look for in an application, please visit our Careers page on our website for How to ApplyTo complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description and our organisation ValuesWere a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer we commit to respond to every applicantWeve partnered with the Veterans Employment Program to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employmentPort Stephens Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and supports children and young people having safe and welcoming experience in our community, accessing our facilities and in our careWe acknowledge the Worimi as the original Custodians and inhabitants of Port Stephens. 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