Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor

Make a difference where it matters most

At Housing Choices Australia, we believe everyone deserves a safe and affordable home. We are a leading not-for-profit housing provider committed to building inclusive and thriving communities. Our Five-Year Strategic Plan (2024–29) prioritises people and aims to deliver social impact, sustainable growth, and empowered teams.

Join us in building a better future, one home at a time.

Why you will love working with us

Join a passionate, purpose-driven team where your work creates lasting impact, and your wellbeing, growth, and individuality are genuinely valued.

• Purposeful impact – make a meaningful difference in people’s lives by supporting inclusive, safe, and affordable housing.
• Growth and development – enhance your skills and advance your career through tailored learning opportunities.
• Balance that works – enjoy 5 weeks annual leave and flexible working arrangements suited to your lifestyle.
• Valuable benefits – increase your income through salary packaging and 16 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Supportive culture – be recognised and celebrated in an inclusive, values-driven workplace.

About the role
The position supports the implementation of HSW programs, systems, policies, procedures and initiatives, assisting managers and employees to meet their health, safety and wellbeing obligations. The Advisor coordinates day-to-day HSW activities, maintains compliance records and systems, and contributes to fostering a positive safety culture throughout the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver assigned work activities in accordance with agreed timeframes and priorities.
• Provide accurate, timely and professional support to HSW programs and initiatives.
• Actively contribute to a collaborative and performance-driven team environment.
• Execute tasks that support the implementation of strategic objectives.
• Support compliance with applicable health, safety and wellbeing legislation, standards, policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining and refining systems and processes to improve operational effectiveness.
• Provide practical HSW advice and support to managers and employees.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate HSW activities and services.
• Promote awareness of HSW responsibilities, programs and initiatives throughout the organisation
• Assist in the implementation and review of safe work procedures and related HSW documentation.
• Coordinate HSW training activities, inductions and awareness programs, maintaining training records and compliance data.
• Monitor incident reporting systems and support managers to complete incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Participate in workplace incident investigations as required and assist with documenting findings and recommendations.

About you

Selection Attributes

• Certificate IV or Diploma in Work Health and Safety, Occupational Health and Safety or related discipline (essential).
• Tertiary qualification in Safety, Health, Risk Management or a related field (preferred)
• WorkSafe Approved Return to Work Coordinator Training (complete or to be undertaken - essential)
• Auditor training or auditing experience (desirable).
• Experience in a Health, Safety & Wellbeing, Occupational Health & Safety or related support role.
• Experience coordinating workplace safety activities, reporting and compliance documentation.
• Experience supporting incident management, workplace inspections and return to work processes.

Our values in action
Everything we do is guided by our shared values:

• People First - We build trust through empathy, kindness, integrity and active listening… we create meaningful relationships and deliver results that truly matter.
• Responsible - We follow through on our commitments and take ownership of our actions… with transparency, honesty and accountability.
• Purposeful - We aim high and take deliberate action… challenge the status quo, embrace change, and continuously improve to make a lasting impact.
• Collaborative - We work together with flexibility and shared purpose… through teamwork, innovation, strong strategic partnerships and listening to those we serve.
• Inclusive - We embed inclusion in everything we do… recognising and removing barriers and acting on diverse voices so everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

We are committed to a strategy that supports tenant wellbeing, organisational growth, environmental responsibility, and workforce empowerment.

Belong at Housing Choices
We are an inclusive and values-led employer, proudly welcoming people of all identities and backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those with lived experience of housing insecurity.

We support inclusive hiring practices. Please let us know your pronouns or if you require any adjustments during the application process, as we are here to assist you.

How to apply
Apply now!  Applications close: 23 September 2026, unless a suitable candidate is identified earlier.

For further information, please contact People & Culture ••••@hcau.org.au

A position description is available here.

If you do not meet every requirement, please still apply, as we value potential and diverse experiences as much as a perfect CV.

Disclaimer: To the best of Housing Choices Australia’s knowledge, this information is valid at the time of publication.

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