WHS Coordinator - Learning & Development

The Rev. Bill Crews Foundation is one of Sydney's largest frontline charities and has been operating for 40 years.

Our mission is to provide assistance to address the cause and effect of homelessness and poverty faced by marginalised individuals. We succeed in achieving this through a combination of caring services including food provision, medical and social welfare and education.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Work Health and Safety Coordinator to join our People & Culture team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on WHS professional who enjoys taking ownership, improving systems and making a meaningful difference to workplace safety.

With WHS forming the primary focus of the position, you will be responsible for coordinating, implementing and continuously improving workplace safety systems and practices across our diverse operations. You will also support organisational Learning & Development ('L&D') initiatives and provide general People & Culture ('P&C') assistance as required.

Reporting to the Head of Business & Culture, you will work collaboratively with Managers and employees to strengthen our safety culture, support legislative compliance and contribute to the ongoing development of our workforce.

About the Role

Your key responsibilities will include:

Work Health and Safety

• Implement, maintain and continuously improve WHS systems, policies, procedures and operational practices.
• Conduct workplace inspections, risk assessments and safety reviews across multiple sites.
• Identify workplace hazards, recommend practical risk controls and monitor corrective actions.
• Coordinate incident reporting, investigations and preventative measures.
• Maintain accurate WHS registers, risk assessments and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate WHS Committee meetings, consultation activities and follow-up actions.
• Provide practical WHS advice and guidance to Managers and employees.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen workplace safety practices and proactively implement improvements.
• Support workers compensation and return-to-work processes in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.

Learning & Development

• Coordinate organisational training, employee development and mandatory compliance requirements.
• Administer and maintain the organisation's Learning Management System ('LMS').
• Develop and maintain training modules, learning resources and employee guidance materials.
• Monitor training completion, maintain accurate records and prepare compliance reports.
• Work collaboratively with Managers to identify training needs and development opportunities.
• Coordinate internal and external training activities and providers.

People & Culture Support

• Provide general administrative and operational support across the P&C function when required.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, probation and employee lifecycle processes.
• Prepare and maintain employment documentation, records and correspondence.
• Support broader P&C activities to ensure continuity of service across the team.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Certificate IV or Diploma in WHS or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Demonstrated practical experience implementing, maintaining and improving WHS systems and processes.
• Sound knowledge of Australian WHS legislation, regulations and Codes of Practice.
• Experience conducting workplace inspections, risk assessments and supporting incident investigations.
• The confidence to independently identify safety risks, recommend improvements and follow through on corrective actions.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of an organisation.
• Experience coordinating employee training and administering an LMS or similar platform.
• An understanding of general Human Resources ('HR') processes and the ability to provide operational support when required.
• A proactive, practical and solutions-focused approach to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Experience working across multiple sites or within the not-for-profit, community services, healthcare or education sectors would be highly regarded.

Why Join Us?

At The Rev. Bill Crews Foundation, you will be part of a passionate team committed to making a genuine difference in the lives of people experiencing disadvantage.

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful WHS initiatives, contribute to organisational improvements and support the development of a safe, capable and engaged workforce.

If you are a motivated WHS professional who enjoys improving systems, working collaboratively and making a positive impact, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and help us build a safer workplace while contributing to meaningful change in our community.

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS

BCF is a unique frontline environment, and we want candidates to understand both the opportunity and the realities of working within our services.

If shortlisted, our recruitment process may include:

• An initial phone conversation
• A formal interview
• A practical component where you may meet members of the team and observe aspects of the working environment.

This process gives us the opportunity to get to know you while also giving you a genuine understanding of BCF, our clients and the work you would be stepping into.

READY TO APPLY?

If you have experience in facilities maintenance, building maintenance, property services or hands-on operational support and take pride in keeping facilities safe, functional and well-maintained, we’d love to hear from you!

Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

Bill Crews Charitable Trust and the Exodus Foundation are separate but closely cooperating entities. Together, they deliver services and programs under the Rev. Bill Crews Foundation brand name, working to support those in need.

All BCF employees are required to have completed at least three (3) COVID-19 vaccinations including booster doses approved by the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (‘TGA’). Proof of vaccination status will be required prior to commencement.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. The successful candidate will also be required to complete a Working With Children Check and National Police Check as part of the employment process.

Please Note: This recruitment process is managed directly by the BCF People and Culture (‘P&C’) team. We appreciate the interest of recruitment agencies and external providers however we are not seeking third-party recruitment support for this position.

Company Overview

The Rev. Bill Crews Foundation provides direct assistance to address the cause and effect of homelessness, poverty and disadvantage. We succeed in achieving this through caring services including food provision, social welfare and education support.