About this role
Work Health and Safety Consultant, Perth An exciting opportunity to join a growing Work Health and Safety team as it strengthens and evolves its approach to safety across CEWA. Level I | $118,464 – $132,666 base salary + superannuation | Structured annual salary progression 1.0 FTE Full-time | Ongoing and Fixed-Term opportunities | West Leederville For more than 150 years, Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA) has supported schools and communities across the state.
Today, we are Western Australia's second-largest education provider, supporting more than 84,500 students through a network of schools and nearly 14,000 staff. We're seeking two Work Health and Safety Consultants to join our Work Health and Safety team within the People and Culture Directorate. Join CEWA’s Work Health and Safety team and use your expertise to help create safer, healthier workplaces across our schools and offices throughout Western Australia.
You’ll partner with leaders, employees and key stakeholders to provide practical WHS advice, strengthen risk and safety practices, and support meaningful improvements across the organisation, at an exciting time of growth and evolution for the team. We currently have the following opportunities available: 1.0FTE Full-time ongoing position 1.0FTE Full-time one year fixed-term position Both positions are to commence as soon as possible.
Why Join CEWA?
Starting at $118,464 base, with annual progression based on years of service. The salary range is also subject to annual remuneration reviews. Additional paid leave during Christmas and Easter office closures Flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate Professional development and career growth opportunities Access to wellbeing initiatives including Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program and corporate health discounts Staff meal service Free onsite parking About the Role This is a role where you can see the difference your expertise makes . Success means building strong relationships, providing advice people value and helping schools and teams confidently create safer, healthier workplaces across the CEWA system.
You’ll enjoy variety in your work, with opportunities to connect with and support teams across both metropolitan Perth and regional Western Australia. Regular travel is an ongoing part of the role, giving you the chance to make an impact across CEWA’s diverse workplaces.
Key responsibilities include
- Provide a responsive and high-quality WHS advisory, mentoring, training and compliance support service across CEWA worksites.
- Assist with the development, implementation, and communication of proactive and effective WHS management plans, strategies, policies and procedures to manage compliance within WHS legislation.
- Assist in the analytics of WHS data, producing meaningful reports for senior leadership.
- Support the effective election processes and training for Health and Safety Representatives (HSR’s) and coordination of WHS Committees and Reference Groups or other forums.
- Coordinate, develop and conduct promotion and awareness training and information sessions on WHS matters.
- Develop and update online learning resources for WHS training for all CEWA workers.
- Contribute with stakeholders to the development, implementation and monitoring of injury management and return to work programs to assist injured workers with their transition back into the workplace.
About You
- You are a Work Health Safety professional who genuinely cares about creating safe, supportive workplaces and enjoys working alongside others to make a difference.
- You bring practical WHS experience, a collaborative approach and the confidence to build strong relationships, share your expertise and help people feel supported in managing safety Essential requirements: Commitment to the objectives and ethos of Catholic Education.
- Knowledge and experience in the application of contemporary Work Health and Safety legislation, codes of practice and standards; and with the concepts of workers compensation and injury management.
- Contribute effectively to a team, with high level verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to influence others and negotiate outcomes.
- Well-developed organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet agreed timeframes and deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholder relationships and a commitment to providing a quality service to customers.
- Demonstrated proficiency and experience in the use of a range of software applications (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, SharePoint, Teams) and familiarity with integrated WHS Management systems.
Highly regarded: Possession of: Tertiary (or higher) qualifications in work health and safety or similar field of expertise eg. risk, investigation, emergency management. ICAM Lead Investigator Lead Audits (WHS) Information for Applicants To access a copy of the Position Description please here: Position Description Interested applicants should submit: A cover letter briefly addressing the selection criteria. A curriculum vitae outlining employment history, qualifications and certifications, and providing a minimum of two professional referees. The successful applicant will be required to provide: A National Criminal History Check as issued by the Department of Education WA.
100 points of identification. Applications for this role close no later than 5pm, Thursday 26 November 2026. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified. If you're interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration. If you require support with submitting your application, please contact our Talent Advisors at [email protected] . Applications can be submitted by clicking Apply and uploading your application through our website. Applications will not be accepted via email.
All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia are required to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties. Catholic Education Western Australia encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, First Nations peoples, and individuals with disabilities or medical conditions who meet the requirements of the position. To be eligible to apply, you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.