Health and Wellbeing Lead
Job No:
PPL11760425
Location:
Gladstone
About GPC
Gladstone Ports Corporation (GPC) is a Queensland Government Owned Corporation responsible for managing and operating four key port precincts in Gladstone, Rockhampton, Bundaberg, and Maryborough. As one of Australia’s largest multi-commodity port authorities, GPC plays a critical role in supporting trade, regional development, and economic growth. GPC is committed to sustainable growth, innovation, and community engagement, underpinned by a proud, long-serving workforce and a culture that prioritises care, safety, and the development of our people.
About the role
The Health and Wellbeing Lead is a key leadership role dedicated to supporting employee health, safety, and wellbeing. Based onsite and part of the People Leadership Team, this role leads the Health and Wellbeing team and delivers vital programs in occupational health, injury management, mental health, and rehabilitation. It involves planning health strategies, ensuring compliance, and partnering with leaders across GPC to foster a safe, healthy workplace. The role also supports staff, manages budgets, and builds strong relationships internally and externally. This is a great opportunity for a people-focused leader to help shape a positive, supportive work environment at GPC.
Key responsibilities:
- Team Leadership, Strategy and Values – Lead the Health and Wellbeing team to deliver high-quality services aligned with GPC’s People Strategy, managing the business plan, budget, and team performance and development while fostering a positive, values-driven culture of safety, respect, and accountability.
- Occupational Health and Hygiene – Drive strategies for occupational health, hygiene, and rehabilitation. Oversee health surveillance activities such as respiratory and audiometric monitoring, and fit testing, ensuring legal compliance.
- Employee Health and Support Programs – Manage job capability monitoring, pre-employment medicals, and injury and illness support. Oversee complex cases, implement rehabilitation and return to work plans, and promote mental health and psychosocial safety. Ensure first aid services are accessible across all GPC sites.
- Stakeholder Engagement and Advisory – Act as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees on health matters. Collaborate with internal teams for seamless service delivery and manage key external relationships with health providers, WorkCover, and regulatory bodies.
- Compliance and Reporting – Monitor and report on health data using GPC systems, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. Prepare board updates and report on emerging risks and initiatives.
About you:
As a key leader in the Health and Wellbeing team, you’ll drive initiatives that support the health, safety, and wellbeing of all GPC employees. Success in this role requires strong communication, collaboration, and a solid understanding of occupational health, rehabilitation, and mental health strategies. You’ll ensure compliance, manage complex cases, and take a proactive, solutions-focused approach. Strong leadership and a commitment to GPC’s values are essential. A tertiary qualification in health (such as Nursing or equivalent) is required, with additional qualifications in Occupational Health and Safety or Rehabilitation Coordination highly regarded. If you're ready to lead with impact, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply
For further details on the role and requirements, please refer to the full position description.
Please complete the online application form addressing each of the selection criteria and submit a cover letter, resume, and copies of any qualifications as part of your application. Confidential enquiries can be made by contacting the Careers team on (07) 4976 1686.
Applications are to be received prior to 4:30 pm, Sunday 18 May 2025 and must be submitted via Work with us - Gladstone Ports Corporation (gpcl.com.au).