Health, Safety and Wellbeing Administrator

Health, Safety and Wellbeing Administrator

Work Type:

Full Time

Location:

Melbourne - VIC 

  • Hybrid Working Arrangements
  • Competitive Salary Package
  • CBD Based
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About the Organisation
This organisation plays a vital role in supporting democratic processes across Victoria and is committed to creating safe, healthy, and inclusive workplaces. With a strong focus on public service, integrity, and collaboration, they offer a supportive environment where employees can contribute to meaningful work while enjoying flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
Based in Melbourne's CBD, this is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity to join a dedicated Health, Safety and Wellbeing team during an exciting and busy period.

About the Role
As the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Health & Safety function. This is a varied position suited to someone who enjoys being organised, proactive, and providing high-quality administrative support.
Key responsibilities include:
  • Managing and triaging communications through the Health & Safety inbox
  • Coordinating incident and hazard reporting activities
  • Supporting the administration of the OHS Committee, including meetings, actions, and follow-up activities
  • Maintaining safety communications and noticeboards
  • Providing administrative support to the wider Health & Safety team
  • Coordinating rostering activities across the team
  • Maintaining monthly and quarterly reporting, tracking, and dashboards using Excel and PowerPoint
  • Supporting health and safety activities associated with major organisational projects and operational events
This role offers a blend of administration, coordination, stakeholder engagement, and reporting, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop their career in workplace health and safety.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring previous experience in a Health and Safety, WHS or OHS positions. 
You will also have:
  • A Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (completed or currently underway)
  • Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to roll up your sleeves and support the team wherever needed
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
In return, you'll join a collaborative team environment, gain exposure to a broad range of health and safety activities, and contribute to work that makes a meaningful impact across Victoria.

About Applying
Click “Apply for this job” to submit your application.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Becka Brown at bbrown@thesafestep.com.au

Reference number:

4043181

Date Published:

08-Jun-2026

Contact Name:

Becka Brown

Contact Email:

bbrown@thesafestep.com.au

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