Sutherland Shire Council

Injury Management Officer

Join Our Safety and Wellbeing Team!

• Be part of a proactive team focused on enhancing workplace safety and employee well-being.
• Utilise your expertise in injury management to support the sustainable return of employees to work.
• Engage in comprehensive claims management and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of injury management systems and processes within Council.

About Us

Sutherland Shire Council is dedicated to serving our community with integrity and innovation. We aim to create a safe and supportive environment for our employees and the community we serve.

As an organisation, we are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement. Join us to make a positive impact in our community.

About The Role

The Injury Management Officer plays a crucial role in supporting the Council's Injury Management and Work Health and Safety systems. This position is responsible for managing injury claims, ensuring compliance with self-insurance regulations and workers compensation legislation, and developing effective return-to-work strategies for injured employees.

By working closely with various stakeholders, the Injury Management Officer will help foster a culture of safety and support within the organisation, ensuring that all employees have the resources they need.

Who We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will possess a blend of qualifications and experience in injury management and claims processing. We are seeking an individual with strong emotional intelligence and the ability to build effective relationships across various levels of the organisation.

• Tertiary qualifications or relevant experience in injury/claims management.
• Proven experience with workers’ compensation legislation, self-insurance regulations, claims management and injury management processes.
• Strong planning and organisational skills, with a focus on detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-centred approach.

In addition, the candidate should demonstrate the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and operate effectively within a dynamic environment.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 25th May 2025
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of the closing date
• Package: $80,196 - $89,815 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation.
• Hours of work: Permanent Full-Time 35 hours per week with option of 19-day month with flex-time arrangement.  
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Click on the link to check out the Position Description

Reach out to Clinton Oostendorp coostendorp@ssc.nsw.gov.au Injury Management Lead for any job specific enquiries.
Alison Wady awady@ssc.nsw.gov.au Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.