Permanent Part-Time - 32 hours per fortnight For further information about this role, Please contact (Sarah Broad - Operations Manager Organisation Development) on (54610368) or via email (sbroad@mdhs.vic.gov.au). Are you passionate about creating safer workplaces and making a real difference in healthcare? Join our dynamic team as a Safe Manual Handling Coordinator and become the driving force behind workplace safety excellence at Maryborough District Health Service! In this pivotal role, you'll be at the heart of our safety culture, working collaboratively with an incredible network of professionals to transform how we approach manual handling across all our campuses. You'll partner closely with: No Lift Trainers Return To Work Coordinator Health & Safety Representatives Managers The Organisational Development team As our Safe Manual Handling Coordinator, you'll take ownership of overseeing and managing our comprehensive manual handling programs, ensuring that every practice, procedure, and implementation strategy meets the highest standards of safety and effectiveness. This isn't just about compliance – it's about creating an environment where every team member can work confidently, knowing their wellbeing is our top priority. Your expertise will shape the future of workplace safety across Maryborough District Health Service campuses, where you'll have the opportunity to implement innovative solutions, drive continuous improvement, and witness the direct impact of your work on the lives of our healthcare heroes. This role offers the perfect blend of strategic oversight and hands-on implementation, allowing you to work at both the macro and micro levels of organisational safety. You'll be instrumental in developing policies that protect our workforce while ensuring practical, user-friendly procedures that integrate seamlessly into daily operations. If you're ready to take your career to the next level while making a meaningful contribution to healthcare safety, we want to hear from you. Join us in creating a workplace where safety isn't just a priority – it's a way of life! How to Apply Applicants must include the following: Resume Cover Letter — please ensure your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description. You can find the Position Description under the ‘Related Documents’ section of the job advertisement. If you’re viewing this job on SEEK, please visit the MDHS Careers website and search this role to access the full Position Description. The Central Goldfields and Pyrenees regions are a great place to live, work and play - beautiful areas to explore, only 50 minutes from Ballarat & Bendigo, and two hours from Melbourne. MDHS is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Working with Children Check. NDIS Workers Screening will be required for workers identified as working within a risk-assessed role.
