Healthscope Hospitals

Healthscope is seeking an experienced HSW Specialist to join their team at Newcastle Private Hospital & Hunter Valley Private Hospital. The Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) Specialist has overall responsibility for developing the Site HSW Improvement Plan. The role partners with and supports the Hospital Executive Team, Managers, Supervisors, and the Health and Safety Committee (HSC) to deliver the Plan. They provide management system technical advice and support to ensure compliance with the HSW Strategy, Management System, regulatory frameworks, and accreditation requirements. Key responsibilities include: Build capability and enhance accountability for safety among Managers, Supervisors, and HSC members through coaching and influence to implement and embed the HSW Management System and programs. Promote HSW practices through active field-based leadership and engagement. Drive safe systems of work, conduct quality incident investigations, and provide visible leadership through education, coaching, and monitoring programs. Consult with Managers, Supervisors, HSC, contractors, and third parties on safety issues, providing advice and solutions to improve HSW outcomes. Participate in risk management activities, including risk assessments, SOP development, control verifications, assurance activities, and LTI investigations. Conduct performance monitoring, prepare HSW reports, and develop gap closure plans in collaboration with the Site Executive Team. Review HSW performance with the Site Executive Team to identify trends and celebrate successes. Participate in regulator inspections related to HSW. Contribute to strategic programs, forums, and committees at state and national levels to drive HSW improvements. Why choose Healthscope? Joining Healthscope means becoming part of our Community of Care. Our people are central to our organization-making a difference daily to patients, clients, and their families. As Australia's only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider, our 38 sites are supported by a central Support Office to deliver exceptional community care. Flexibility to work across hospitals within our network. Discounted health insurance (for non-casual staff). Ongoing professional development, education, and support for growth. Support from a dedicated National Health, Safety, and Injury Management Team. We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate, and caring individuals who believe everyone has the right to work in a safe environment and are committed to being the safest place to work in healthcare. Salary Range: $120K - $145K (dependent on experience) Qualifications: Minimum Certificate IV in Work Health Safety Diploma in Work Health Safety My Profile Create and manage profiles for future opportunities.