Wellbeing & Injury Management Lead

• 6-Month Opportunity
• Manage a team of 3
• Drive a proactive wellbeing strategy

Are you an experienced Wellbeing & Injury Management professional ready to step into a leadership role where you can make an immediate impact?

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and proactive Wellbeing & Injury Management Lead to join a highly respected organisation within the education sector. In this pivotal contract role, you will drive best-practice wellbeing strategies, oversee complex WorkCover and injury management processes, and lead a small, high-performing team.

The Opportunity

You will take ownership of the end-to-end wellbeing and injury management function, supporting a culture of zero harm and ensuring employees are supported to remain safe, healthy and engaged at work.

This is a hands-on leadership role combining strategy, case management, compliance and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the WorkCover function, including claims and reimbursements
• Oversee injury management and Support at Work (SAW) programs
• Act as the organisation's Return to Work (RTW) Coordinator
• Provide expert advice to leaders and employees on wellbeing and injury management matters
• Manage a team of 3, driving performance, capability and service delivery
• Oversee complex and high-risk case management, ensuring compliant and timely outcomes
• Develop and implement wellbeing policies, frameworks and improvement initiatives
• Build effective relationships with insurers, regulators, medical providers and internal stakeholders
• Deliver reporting and insights to inform decision-making and continuous improvement

About You

You are a confident and experienced practitioner who brings a strong balance of technical expertise and leadership capability. You thrive in fast-paced environments and are comfortable managing competing priorities.

You will bring

• Certification as a Return to Work Coordinator (VWA approved)
• Demonstrated experience in workers' compensation, injury management and RTW programs
• Strong knowledge of WorkCover legislation and claims management
• Proven ability to manage complex cases and influence positive outcomes
• Experience leading and developing teams
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with sound judgement

Experience within large or complex organisations and exposure to wellbeing or mental health initiatives will be highly regarded.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to lead a critical function with real organisational impact
• Join a values-driven environment committed to collaboration, integrity and respect
• Contribute to a strong wellbeing and safety culture
• Competitive hourly rate with flexibility of a 6-month contract

Apply Now if you're ready to step into a leadership role where your expertise will be valued and your impact visible.

For a confidential discussion, contact Nicole Brown at ***email_hidden*** or 0422 031 554.

Applicants must have full working rights in Australia and be willing to work onsite at the Dandenong.

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