About the Role

We are looking for a proactive, detail‑driven individual to join our team in a dual Work Health & Safety and Administration role. If you enjoy variety, take pride in keeping workplaces safe, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment, this is a role where you’ll make a real impact.

This position combines WHS coordination with day‑to‑day administrative support. Working under direction of School Leadership, undertake responsibility for safety compliance, documentation, and general office operations, supporting our team has what they need to work safely and efficiently.  

Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm (37.5 hours per week for 44 weeks) (Working hours and FTE negotiable)

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with CSaIM to enable school development, implementation, and monitoring of WHS policies and procedures
• Arrange and assist with site inspections, risk assessments, and incident reporting
• Maintain safety registers, training records, and compliance documentation
• Coordinate inductions for new staff and contractors
• Provide general administrative support including reception duties, and document management

About You 

• Strong understanding of Work, Health & Safety Principles (Diploma/Cert IV WHS highly regarded)
• Previous experience in WHS and administration
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Confident using Microsoft Office and digital record‑keeping systems
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work independently
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem‑solving

About Us
St Joseph’s Catholic School Payneham is a community where learners from Preschool to Year 6 are nurtured and curiosity explored. We provide stimulating, creative and personalised learning experiences for students to help cultivate learning dispositions, preparing them for the future.

Taking inspiration from Mary MacKillop and the Josephites, we welcome everyone, ensure all are treated with dignity, and live by the belief that education can empower and transform communities. 

We value working in partnership with families and welcome all to be actively involved in the life of the school and Parish.

Applications must include: 

• Written Application addressing the selection criteria (no more than 2 pages) 
• Curriculum Vitae, with 3 current referees (no more than 2 pages)

• CESA Declaration Application Form.