WHS Support Officer

WHS Support Officer

A Position Descriptor is attached for reference, examples of the practical tasks you will perform include:

• Processing communication received to and sent from the WHS Inbox, whs@anu.edu.au.
• Assisting with controlling documentation owned by People & Culture which has a WHS topic.
• Updating web page content owned by Safety and Wellbeing, in particular the WHSMS Handbook.
• Processing data related to WHS performance statistics and training
• Assisting with secretariat functions in support of the University WHS Committee.
• Assisting with administration of the Figtree reporting system.

The Position Descriptor details the skills and experience required for the role (see the Selection Criteria). In performing the role, the incumbent would enjoy working in a small and collegiate team, working to a set agenda and time frame of reporting on WHS matters up the University WHS Committee and coordinating support and advice to broad stakeholder groups on a range of WHS topics and/or issues. No two (2) workdays are the same, the team experiences diversity in tasks while having fun, enjoying a sense of achievement in support of health, safety and wellbeing of the University community.

Safety Systems and Audit (SS&A) team, works within the Safety and Wellbeing team.

SS&A is a section with People and Culture Division located in Building 10A.

For further information please contact, Mark Cunningham, Manager SS&A (Acting) E: mark.cunningham@anu.edu.au.

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details.

To apply for this role please make sure that you upload a document which explains:

• Why you are interested in this temporary opportunity, and
• What skills and experience you would bring to the role, taking into account the selection criteria listed in the Position Descriptor.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position. Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results. Expressions of Interest close Sunday, 22nd March 2026.