Posted:
7/13/2025, 5:00:00 PM
Location(s):
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ⋅ Victoria, Australia
Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
People & HR
Workplace Type:
Hybrid
Health and Safety Administration and Training Advisor
Full-time, Fixed Term position (12 months)
Salary Level HEW 7 + 17% Superannuation
Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working
About the role
We’re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Health and Safety Administration and Training Advisor to join our newly established Health, Safety & Risk team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, coordinating and delivering health and safety training programs to ensure employees are well-informed and compliant with safety standards.
Additionally, you will provide administrative support to the Health, Safety, and Risk (HSR) team to ensure compliance with legislative requirements and organisational policies. This includes coordinating safety documentation, maintaining accurate records, and supporting HSR initiatives to enhance workplace safety culture.
To be successful in this position, you will have:
Qualifications in Administration, Occupational Health & Safety, Training & Assessment, or a related field.
Experience in developing and delivering health and safety training programs.
Strong organisational and administrative skills, with attention to detail.
Knowledge of workplace safety legislation and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
About the Portfolio
The Operations Portfolio enables an integrated, enterprise-wide delivery for best practice student and staff experiences.
The portfolio incorporates the following functions: Data & Analytics, Finance, Information and Technology Services (ITS), Governance & Legal, Office of the Chief Operating Officer (OCOO), People Function (HR), Property Services Group (PSG), Enabling Services Reform (ESR) and Health, Safety & Risk.
The portfolio houses significant drivers and delivery components across the staff and student journeys and enables the overall experience for both groups. The Portfolio is integral in bringing the RMIT strategy to life, across the globe. Each of these functions supports the global operations of the University both directly as well as through its controlled entities
To Apply
Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.
For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Emily Kaye (Talent Acquisition Advisor) via email [email protected].
Position Description - Health and Safety Administrator and Training Advisor
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RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via [email protected] or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers.
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Website: https://rmit.edu.au/
Headquarter Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Year Founded: 1996
Industries: Education ⋅ Higher Education