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Return to Work Officer

Job title: Return to Work Officer
Industry: Local Government
Salary $77,000 - $89,000 + Super
Reference: 733630
Job description
  • Work life balance with hybrid working arrangements & variable days off
  • Growth opportunities within the Public Sector
  • Government or Construction industry experience is highly preferred

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Permanent opportunity for a Local Council based in the Southern Highlands. Council offers healthy work life balance with a 35-hour working week, work from home arrangements & variable days off. You will be expected to attend Council's 3 sites - main office & 2 depots.


ABOUT THE ROLE

Contributing to the Integrated Risk Management team, you will be responsible for managing Council's injury claims and influence return to work outcomes. You will demonstrate a high level of problem-solving skills to manage the Workers Compensation portfolio including the development of injury prevention strategies.


DUTIES
  • Manage Council's workers compensation claims
  • Implementation of targeted injury management initiatives
  • Strategise improvements for Council's WC process to reduce the number and severity of injuries, claims & annual costs
  • Investigate claims & build RTW programs
  • Build relationships with key internal stakeholders and motivate employees to increase WHS awareness

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

  • Return to Work Accreditation
  • Significant experience in RTW coordination & workplace investigations
  • Local Council or construction industry experience
  • Interpret & apply WC legislative standards & guidelines
  • Experience using Vault and dealing with insurer State Cover

SALARY & BENEFITS

  • $77,000 - $89,000 + Super 
  • Healthy work life balance with flexible working arrangements
  • Excellent progression opportunities within the Public Sector

HOW TO APPLY

Click "Apply for this job", or for a confidential discussion, please contact Augustine Oh on aoh@ivorygroup.com.au

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