Senior Ergonomist

• $135,654 per annum + superannuation
• Full time, ongoing position
• Geelong or Melbourne CBD based role

About the role

The Senior Ergonomist, as an appointed Inspector, works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the business participating in risk profiling, business planning and workplace interventions as well as contributing to the identification and development of regional initiatives.

The role involves providing authoritative analysis, specialist knowledge and expertise in human factors / ergonomics to inform the decision-making of others, including the recommendation of business solutions, and contribution to the development of initiatives relevant to the prevention of workplace harm.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide expert ergonomics advice, conduct analysis and apply contemporary technical information to influence a reduction in the incidence and severity of work-related injury and disease.
• Effectively partner with regions to facilitate the provision of ergonomics support to complex workplace interventions, building capability across regional teams and the development of tactical activities for local delivery.
• Participate in regional planning activities, perform analysis to determine the local risk profile and seek to understand local training and coaching needs.
• Provide subject matter expertise, as a member of a multi-disciplinary project team, to the Health & Safety Improvement Programs as required; this can be achieved through collaborative teamwork or as part of a formal secondment.
• Contribute ergonomics expertise to the development of legislation, standards, guidance materials, operational policies and procedures in relation to human factors.

Please ensure you click here to view the Position Description provided for additional information on accountabilities for this role.

About you

You are an experienced Ergonomist who wants to make a difference. You have significant experience as well as a high level of knowledge and expertise in systems human factors and ergonomics and the ability to apply knowledge of research and analysis techniques. You have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships. Additionally, you will possess:

• Systems ergonomics methods application experience.
• A strong knowledge of human factors / ergonomics and experience in its application to systems, processes and procedures to reduce the incidence and severity of work-related injury and disease.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, including demonstrated ability to interpret complex technical information and data.
• Demonstrated ability and experience in the development of initiatives that aim to influence the behaviour or actions of others through sociotechnical system design.
• Understanding and prior application of project management methodologies, including the preparation of project plans and undertaking project evaluation.

Working with Us

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.

What’s next?

Applications close 11:00pm on Monday, 10th February, 2025. Click the link to apply, and join us in making a difference to Victorian lives.

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/or Medical Assessment) as part of the recruitment process.

Candidate screening may take place prior to the advertisement closing, so get your application in.

For further enquiries please contact Will Hillgrove via email Will_Hillgrove@worksafe.vic.gov.au

About Us

WorkSafe Victoria plays a critical role in the lives of Victorian employers and workers - as the state’s health and safety regulator and as the manager of Victoria’s workers compensation scheme. In both capacities, employers and workers are at the heart of our service.

Our aim is to keep all workplaces healthy and safe, and to deliver high quality care and treatment when workers are injured.