Vacancy Details

  • Based in Bannockburn, great location and an easy drive from Geelong, Ballarat and Melbourne with free onsite parking 
  • Permanent full-time role with opportunity to grow 
  • Genuine flexibility including hybrid work arrangements, flexible hours and monthly ADOs 
  • Salary between $82,100 - $94,800* & super (*from 1 July 2026)

Golden Plains Shire Council provides a workplace where people matter, communities are connected, and the future is bright. We offer a diverse range of career pathways in meaningful roles with a sense of purpose where you can grow and thrive.  

A rare opportunity to be part of the Safety & Wellbeing team as our next advisor has arisen and we are looking for a person who is looking to further grow and develop their safety and wellbeing experiences in a small, collaborative team. 

The Safety & Wellbeing Advisor works with the Senior Business Partner Safety & Wellbeing, leaders and teams across the organisation to drive a safe and well culture through the provision of guidance, support and expert advice. The role will develop as well as support employee wellbeing initiatives, maintain strong administrative and reporting processes and engage with HSR’s, leaders and stakeholders in the provisions of Safety and Wellbeing activities at GPSC.

The role has a strong focus on injury management and supportive return to work practices ensuring injured employees receive appropriate support and timely recovery whilse meeting legislative requirements. 

Our ideal candidate will have: 

  • OH&S qualification (Certificate IV, Diploma or Degree) or relevant practical experience in an OH&S advisory role.
  • Experience in general health and safety, policies and practices including familiarity with current legislation and understanding of OH&S management systems.
  • RTW Coordinator 2-day state course is an advantage.   
  • Experience in managing workers compensation/ injury management including return to work programs.
  • Able to manage many small projects/activities at once, continue to keep stakeholders informed and involved and meet timelines.
  • Well-developed interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills to influence others.
  • High level computer skills, including experience in using Word and Excel to create documents and spreadsheets. 

We care We thrive We grow 

Our people are passionate, collaborative and deeply committed to both the community and the work they do. This commitment is felt from the moment you step through the doors, in every interaction and in the way we celebrate our collective achievements. 

We care about our community and our people, provide flexibility and support so you can thrive and offer a diverse range of opportunities to support your personal and professional growth. We are dedicated to fostering this culture, because we know that our people are the key to the future growth and success of Golden Plains Shire. 

We offer: 

  • Learning and development opportunities aligned to your role and aspirations, along with opportunities to work on a variety of projects and undertake secondments 
  • Flexible work arrangements to empower you to achieve better life/work balance
  • A modern, high-quality working environment with free onsite parking
  • An environment where health, safety and wellbeing are prioritised in all that we do
  • An active Social Club
  • Novated leases available to permanent full and part time staff 
  • Ability to transfer years of service from Government organisations and transfer of LSL balance within Local Government and with some government organisations
  • Generous leave entitlements including: 
    • Up to 16 weeks primary & up to 3 weeks secondary parental leave
    • Purchased leave
    • Ceremonial leave
    • Gender affirmation leave
    • Family violence leave 

For further information about the role and the key selection criteria, please view the Position Description below or, for a confidential discussion, contact Will Cain, Senior Business Partner Safety and Wellbeing on 03 5220 7208. 

We’d love to hear from you ASAP regarding this role!  To ensure we find the best candidates, applications for this role will be assessed as they are received, and the vacancy may close prior to any end date advertised. 

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Please address the key selection criteria (KSC) in your cover letter or use the KSC to guide your responses to the online questionnaire when submitting your application. 

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We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you. Please contact our People & Culture team at peopleandculture@gplains.vic.gov.au to discuss how we can best support you. 

Applications close on THURSDAY 11 JUNE 2026 at 11.59PM 

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace that allows staff to bring their whole selves to all that they do. 

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing a safe workplace that embraces and values child safety, diversity and inclusion. We recognise the value and diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures to the heritage of all Australians and our workplace. 

We wholeheartedly believe that the decisions we make and the services we deliver benefit from having a workforce representative of the community we support - that the diversity of thought, experience, insights and background will ensure the needs of the broader community are considered in all we do. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.