At WorkSafe our passion for the wellbeing of Victorian workers brings us together. Our people come from a wide range of professions and with no two days ever being the same, diverse thinking comes naturally to us. As we build the WorkSafe of the future we're committed to delivering industry best practice to our people, our customers and the community.

Founded on care and driven by collaboration, our Health and Safety Business Unit is committed to getting Victorians home safely every day. We're growing our team with people whose expertise, insight and passion will help us reach our goals for a safer Victoria.

WorkSafe is relocating its headquarters to Geelong by mid-2018. Prior to this date, this role will be based at 222 Exhibition Street, Melbourne. This position will be a 3 year fixed term opportunity.

About the role

Reporting into the Director, Specialist Services, you will be responsible for leading the Ergonomics & Human Factors team providing both people & technical leadership as well as facilitating the maintenance of corporate knowledge in ergonomics. In addition, you will be responsible for the following:

• Coach, mentor and develop team members to achieve divisional objectives
• Identify current and emerging risks for business planning, future programs, as well as training and development
• Provide authoritative analysis, specialist knowledge and expertise in human factors to inform decision making of others
• Represent WorkSafe at national, state and industry committees, forums and reference groups
• Carry out Quality Assurance activities, Identify opportunities and make recommendations for improvements

Skills & experience

• Qualified in Human Factors / Ergonomics and/or Health Sciences / Psychology
• Proven experience in managing and leading a team of technical experts
• Demonstrated ability to train, develop and motivate employees in a team environment
• Strong knowledge of ergonomics and its application to systems, processes and procedures to reduce injury and illness
• Project management understanding and application - from planning through to evaluation
• Knowledge and expertise in the governing systems and regulations and ability to apply research and analysis techniques

Benefits & culture

In return we offer a range of great benefits, including work variety, workplace flexibility and leave options, learning and development opportunities, study support, a leading health and wellbeing program, contribution to gym memberships and prescription eye wear and discounted corporate health insurance rates. WorkSafe prides itself on being a great place to work.

We pride ourselves on being a great place to work and offer flexibility to facilitate work/life balance. People who are seeking part-time or job share arrangements are encouraged to apply.

No applications from recruitment agencies will be accepted.

Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position. You may be required to undergo a National Police Check (and Medical Assessment) as part of the recruitment process.

Applications close midnight Friday, 2nd February 2018. Click the link to apply, and join us in making a difference to Victorian lives.

WorkSafe are striving to build a diverse workforce that reflects the Victorian community we serve.