Injury Management Advisor

Cochlear is the global market leader in implant hearing solutions. Cochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard. Around the world, more people chose a Cochlear-branded hearing implant system than any other. A Cochlear Implant is an electronic device that is surgically implanted under the skin near the ear that restores hearing to those who suffer from severe hearing loss. It’s an incredible piece of engineering and the only product in the world that restores a sense through technology. Imagine using your experience to help people around the world to hear again. We can offer a unique opportunity to join Cochlear, an iconic Australian company, leading the world in implantable hearing solutions. Our mission is to help more people to hear.

Top 3 Reasons to Apply:

• Become a part of a world leader in hearing solutions that prioritizes worker well-being.
• Collaborate with a helpful group committed to establishing a secure and healthful work environment.
• Make use of your knowledge to help injured workers achieve their goals.

The Opportunity

Cochlear is hiring a full-time Injury Management Advisor to work out of our office in Sydney offices in Macquarie Park and Lane Cove.  In order to uphold our dedication to health, safety, and wellness, the effective Injury Management Advisor will assist employees with their recovery and return to work. This position offers a rare chance to collaborate with both corporate and manufacturing staff. A qualified injury management specialist who enjoys coaching, mentoring, and promoting proactive health techniques in a cooperative, encouraging setting would be perfect for this position.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the implementation of Cochlear’s Strategic Safety and Wellness Plan.
• Coaching and mentoring managers to foster a safe and healthy workplace culture.
• Monitoring and reporting on safety and wellness performance.
• Reviewing and managing recovery at work strategies in line with WHS, workers' compensation, and injury management legislation.
• Managing day-to-day claims for both workers' compensation and non-compensation cases.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to ensure timely and effective recovery for injured employees.

What makes this opportunity unique?        

This role empowers you to drive a culture of health and safety within a company dedicated to innovative hearing solutions. You’ll work with experienced professionals in a supportive, team-oriented environment that values continuous improvement and employee well-being.

About You. As we grow our operations, we are looking for people who share our passion for delivering quality hearing solutions to our customers. To add value to Cochlear in this role, you'll be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

Essential:

• Tertiary qualifications in WHS, Ergonomics, or related Health Sciences.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an Injury Management role.
• Return to Work Certification.
• Proficiency in claims management processes, particularly within the NSW & QLD jurisdiction.
• Ability to work in cleanroom environment

Ideal:

• Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment.
• Senior First Aid Certificate, including Mental Health First Aid.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated self-motivation and initiative.
• Ability to effectively multi-task and prioritise workload.
• Practical, flexible, and innovative approach to work.

Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a life full of hearing. We aim to give people the best lifelong hearing experience and access to innovative future technologies. We collaborate with the industry’s best clinical, research and support networks. That’s why more people choose Cochlear than any other hearing implant company. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to hear and experience life’s opportunities.

If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the apply button below.

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How we recognise your contribution

We want Cochlear to be a place where our people truly enjoy coming to work. Through our internal programs and employee benefits, we aim to create an environment where our people will feel value and supported. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive whilst balancing family or personal life commitments, then we have several programs in place to support you.

For more information about Life at Cochlear, visit www.cochlearcareers.com 

At Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential. We offer flexible working arrangements, and we understand flexibility is not the same for everyone. We're open to a conversation about what flexibility means for you.