Risk & Compliance Officer and WHSO Officer - St Francis Xavier Primary School - RUNAWAY BAY

Job Reference 24140_18/12/24
Closing date January 30, 2025
Location 160 Bayview St, Runaway Bay Queensland, Australia 4216
Status Permanent

About this job


Estimated start date: 
Commencing January 2025

Position tenure:  Part Time

Weeks worked:  School Term Weeks Only 

Total Paid Hours (per week) & days required: 18 hrs | Monday, Wednesday Friday | 

Salary level, range or hourly rate: School Officer Level 5 - $38.29 + super (School Salary Scale)/(Services Salary Scale)

Employment conditions: Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement


St Francis Xavier is located in Runaway Bay at the northern end of the Gold Coast with an approximate enrolment of 680 students.  Our mission and our purpose is to provide high quality education within the framework of our Catholic tradition. Our primary focus is on our young learners but for them to achieve their potential they need staff and parents to journey with them in their learning. Our school motto, LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE challenges each one of us to strive for the best in all we do.

Explore our school website to learn more about us.


We are seeking a Workplace Health and Safety (WHSO) School Officer to work closely with the principal and school community to undertake a range of WHS related tasks and duties.

Key functions of the WHSO include:

  • Providing advice on the implementation of WHSMS policies and procedures within the school,
  • Implementing communication and consultation initiatives and awareness of WHS requirements,
  • Assisting in the investigation of WHS issues or incidents for the school,
  • Assisting in the development and review of WHS Management System requirements and associated documentation for the school,
  • Consulting with management and stakeholders on their schools WHS performance,
  • Assist in the identification and management of risk,
  • Assist in health and safety consultation activities,
  • Conduct and assist workers to conduct regular health and safety inspections and risk assessments, and
  • Investigate health and safety incidents and dangerous events to prevent recurrence,
The successful applicant will hold/have/or be prepared to obtain:
  • Senior First Aid Certificate,
  • Strong IT skills and experience, and
  • Certificate IV Workplace Health and Safety Certificate.
Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills with:
  • Proven communication and interpersonal skills,
  • Safe work practices,
  • BCE systems such as guardian and compliance data base, and
  • Effective management of safety processes and efficient record keeping.


To be eligible to be considered for this role you will:

  • hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement;
  • be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment; and
  • have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education.

Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Everyone at Brisbane Catholic Education models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. Successful applicants will complete requisite Working With Children (WWC) pre-employment screening, in accordance with legislation, prior to appointment.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this role.


Contact:   Mr Ronan O'Mahony

Contact number:   07 5537 2633

Contact email:   prunawaybay@bne.catholic.edu.au

Closing date:     20-Jan-2025