The opportunity
ReturnToWorkSA is seeking a Health and Safety Project Advisor to support delivery of our Health and Safety Strategy and key wellbeing initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on safety culture, psychosocial risk management and legislative compliance within a purpose‑driven organisation.

The position
Reporting to the WHS & Wellbeing Consultant, you will provide project and advisory support across WHS and wellbeing initiatives. You will contribute to strategy delivery, provide practical WHS advice, support risk and incident management, assist with training and consultation activities, and help embed continuous improvement across the organisation.

This role is part-time (22.5 hours per week) fixed term contract for 2 years.

About you
You are a capable and motivated WHS professional who enjoys working in a project‑based environment and partnering with others to improve safety and wellbeing outcomes.

You bring demonstrated experience in health and safety advisory or project roles, with sound knowledge of Australian WHS legislation, regulations and codes of practice.

You have experience contributing to WHS and/or wellbeing programs, projects or strategies and are comfortable supporting activities such as risk assessments, incident investigations, consultation, training and continuous improvement.

You communicate clearly and professionally, build strong working relationships and take a proactive, solutions‑focused approach. Most importantly, you align with ReturnToWorkSA’s values and are committed to modelling best‑practice safety and wellbeing in line with our role in the community.

About ReturnToWorkSA
At ReturnToWorkSA, our purpose is to empower and support South Australians impacted by work injury.

Our services and those delivered by our claims agents are designed to provide early intervention support to workers and employers following a work injury to ensure the worker can recover and return to work as quickly as possible. We manage the collection of premium payments from registered employers and our invested funds to ensure we maintain a viable financial position that enables the delivery of quality support and services to injured workers.

In addition, we are the regulator of the Return to Work scheme and play the key role of protecting the integrity and fairness of the Scheme by monitoring and enforcing compliance with the Act and providing education and support about the health benefits of work.

Why join us? 
Experience a workplace culture that rewards your contribution and provides the development and support to help you reach your potential. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can genuinely make a difference to the lives of South Australians affected by work injury. At ReturnToWorkSA, you can expect a range of benefits including:

• An extensive wellbeing program
  • access to a broad range of wellbeing seminars, webinars and information sessions
  • a free onsite gym and bike storage
  • discounted corporate private health insurance
  • and a proactive EAP provider
• Flexible work options including part time and start and finish times
• Access to learning and development programs to enhance your personal and professional skill set and career development
• Modern offices with excellent amenities in the Adelaide CBD

Further information
Candidates will also be assessed based on their ability to demonstrate personal and professional alignment with ReturnToWorkSA’s organisational values which are critical to our success: We care about people and sustainability; We are inclusive and innovative; We listen to understand; and We own our actions.

 Health and Safety Project Advisor PD - February 2026 .pdf

The total remuneration package for this position starts from $120,369 (exclusive of superannuation), calculated on a full time basis. Salary is pro rata for 0.6 FTE. The final offer will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications, skills and experiences.

How to apply
Please submit a cover letter demonstrating your key capabilities and experience supported by your current resume addressed to Cherie Eldridge WHS & Wellbeing Consultant by 9:00am Monday, 13 April 2026. If you would like to discuss the position further, Cherie can be contacted on 08 8238 5622.

Inclusion and acceptance
ReturnToWorkSA is an equal opportunity employer, valuing difference and embracing diversity and we promote flexible ways of working, applicants are encouraged to discuss any workplace adjustments that might be needed as well as the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Still not sure?
We are proud to be recognised as an Endorsed Employer for All Women by WORK180. Research indicates that up to 60% of women and underrepresented groups may hesitate to proceed, even after completing a draft application. We firmly believe that diversity enhances the strength of every team, so even if you don’t tick all the boxes we still want to hear from you.