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Specialist, Health & Safety

Mid levelFull-timeHybridMelbourne VIC, AustraliaPeople and culturePosted 2 months agoVerified 2 days ago
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About the job

This job is about being a Health & Safety Specialist at Deakin University, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring a safe and healthy environment for all. Your expertise will help shape health and safety practices across the University, making a positive impact on the community. The team values collaboration, inclusivity, and professional growth, creating a supportive atmosphere for everyone involved.

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You'll be responsible for

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Providing health and safety advice

Offering guidance on resolving health and safety issues while ensuring compliance with legislative requirements.
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Monitoring legislation and standards

Keeping up-to-date with health and safety legislation and best practices to identify emerging opportunities.
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Collaborating on health and safety initiatives

Working closely with colleagues to develop and implement health and safety projects at both local and University levels.

Key criteria

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Postgraduate qualifications or extensive experience

Possess postgraduate qualifications or significant relevant experience.

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Experience in large organizations

Demonstrated experience working within complex organizational structures.

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Knowledge of OHS legislation

Understanding of contemporary Occupational Health and Safety laws and standards.

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5 criteria for this job
Postgraduate qualifications or extensive experience
Possess postgraduate qualifications or significant relevant experience.

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Experience in large organizations
Demonstrated experience working within complex organizational structures.

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Knowledge of OHS legislation
Understanding of contemporary Occupational Health and Safety laws and standards.

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Experience in hazard management
Proven experience in accident investigation and hazard assessment.

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Stakeholder relationship management
Ability to establish strong relationships for collaborative safety initiatives.

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