Officer – Work, Health and Safety (Full-time/ 1 FTE)
About WAAC
Established in 1985, WAAC is a non-profit organisation, primarily funded by the WA Department of Health. WAAC’s purpose is to optimise the health and wellbeing of all, through reducing the impact of stigma and discrimination, improving access to health services and information and reducing transmission of HIV, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and blood-borne viruses (BBVs).
WAAC has been involved with the LGBTIQA+ community since its inception. However, a focus for support of LGBTIQA+ young people began in 1994, with the commencement of the Freedom Centre – an LGBTIQA+ peer led safe space. Freedom Centre, funded by the WA Mental Health Commission, has continued to operate to the present day, while continuing to adapt to the everchanging needs of LGBTIQA+ young people. Freedom is in an exciting time of growth and development, requiring the current service to establish its own strategic business stream, to work alongside, partner and complement the other four strategic business streams within WAAC.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a motivated and proactive Officer – Work, Health and Safety to join our People & Culture team. This role partners closely with teams across WAAC to implement and maintain WHS, risk management, and accreditation frameworks that ensure a safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplace.
In this role, you’ll play a key part in fostering a positive safety culture—both physical and psychosocial—while ensuring WAAC remains compliant with current WHS legislation, including the new psychosocial safety regulations and Code of Practice in Western Australia. You’ll contribute to everything from incident reviews and emergency planning to policy development and staff training.
This is a full-time (1 FTE) opportunity, working 37.5 hours per week, based at our Perth office, and reporting to the Manager – People and Culture.
About You
You’re a confident and capable WHS professional with excellent attention to detail and a strong understanding of compliance, risk and safety frameworks. You bring at least two years’ experience in WHS or risk-related roles, and you’re passionate about creating safe, respectful, and inclusive environments—especially those with a strong focus on community wellbeing.
You’re a proactive problem-solver who thrives in dynamic, people-focused settings. Whether you’re coordinating training, managing policies, reviewing incidents, or supporting staff wellbeing, you work with care, integrity, and purpose.
You’re also someone who:
- Is familiar with psychosocial risk management and the evolving WHS landscape.
- Communicates clearly and professionally across all levels of an organisation.
- Works collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, internally and externally.
- Aligns with WAAC’s values of inclusion, respect, empowerment and diversity.
- Has the initiative to improve systems while ensuring compliance and safety.
What we can offer
· An hourly rate of $40.47, plus superannuation
· Generous salary packaging scheme
· Employee Assistance Program
· Learning and development opportunities
· Study leave
· Employee Reward and Recognition Program
· Flexible and friendly team environment
· A culture where being authentically human is highly valued
Take your career to the next level
If you are keen to take up the challenge and have a positive attitude, are enthusiastic and passionate about providing excellent support to all people, we would love to hear from you!
How to apply?
All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
Current resume / curriculum vitae (CV)
Cover letter addressing the selection criteria as per the position description
Please note: Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.
To view the position description, please email to: [email protected]
The closing date for the applications is 07 August 2026.
WAAC is committed to substantive equality as well as a diverse workforce. WAAC strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, People Living with HIV, people of diverse sexuality and/or gender and people with disabilities.
We believe in the right of everyone to have the freedom to safely explore and express their individuality. Our society is stronger and more resilient when people have awareness of their personal situation, and their risks, options, and issues around sexual health and wellbeing.
Pay: $40.47 per hour
Work Location: In person
