The Work Health and Safety Officer position provides operational support to the Safety & Health team and Brightwater’s services in relation to safety and health data, systems and administration. This position will suit someone with excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, creative aptitude and excellent computer skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced and flexible environment. If you are looking to commence your career in work health and safety, we would encourage you to apply! 

Reporting to the Manager, Work Health & Safety, this role is offered on a full-time fixed term basis.

This position will based out of our lovely Brightwater Central head office in Inglewood but travel to other Brightwater sites across the greater Perth metropolitan region is required.

If this sounds like the right role for you, Brightwater offers:

• The ability to salary package up to up to $18,550 tax free per annum-meaning you can legitimately pay less tax and increase your take-home pay.
• Our unique staff benefits program, including access to BrightwaterPlus which gives you discounts with over 370 retailers.
• Private Health benefits and discounts.
• Hybrid work arrangements.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in safety and health, allied health or related discipline (at least Certificate IV).
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of safety and health standards and regulations.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to liaise with diverse people in an informative, positive and customer-focused manner.
• Experience in the use of safety management software (Solv Safety preferred).
• Strong computer skills with sound knowledge of Microsoft applications (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel), with the ability to create visual reports.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to input and interpret data accurately and in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise tasks, work effectively under pressure, problem solve, and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated and the ability to work unsupervised, as well as the ability to work collaboratively as a team member.

About Brightwater

With a track record that dates back to 1901, care is at our core.  We stand beside our clients during times of personal change, using experience and understanding to be the support they need. We’re ready for the complexities that come with ageing and disability, including dementia, Huntington’s disease, and acquired brain injury.

If you are passionate about helping people pursue the dignity of independence and have a spirit that is caring, authentic, progressive, and courageous then please read the attached job description for more information on the role, including a full list of duties and selection criteria to address.

Applications should be submitted through Brightwater’s online portal by 17th October 2025, 06:00pm however; Brightwater reserves the right to close this advert before this date.

For confidential enquiries, get in touch with Zach Ooi, Talent Acquisition Specialist 0429088113, [email protected]

At Brightwater, we welcome people with diverse life experiences, thoughts, and beliefs. We foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and innovation where our clients and staff can flourish.