Return to Work Coordinator

Job No: SSC1488
Location: Sutherland Shire

Join Our Injury Management Team!

  • Be a pivotal player in early intervention and injury management support.
  • Contribute to the development of health and wellbeing initiatives within the Council.
  • Opportunity to influence return-to-work outcomes and support sound business decisions.
  • Engage with a collaborative team while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.

About Us

Sutherland Shire Council is dedicated to fostering community well-being through innovative services and support. We are committed to creating a positive workplace where every employee’s contribution is valued. Join us in making a meaningful impact in our community.

Our Council provides a dynamic environment that encourages professional growth and collaboration. We engage in various initiatives aimed at enhancing the health, safety, and well-being of our employees and residents.

About The Role

The Return to Work Coordinator plays a vital role in providing early intervention and rehabilitation services within the Council. This position focuses on facilitating effective return-to-work processes while also contributing to injury prevention strategies through the implementation of health and wellbeing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Adhere to Council’s Code of Conduct and relevant policies in all aspects of work.
  • Promote continuous improvement to enhance community service delivery.
  • Ensure safety standards are met to maintain physical and psychological well-being in the workplace.
  • Complete mandatory training in a timely manner.
  • Demonstrate Council’s values through professional interactions and teamwork.
  • Utilise Council resources responsibly and sustainably.

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will possess strong qualifications and experience in injury management and return-to-work processes. You will be an effective communicator with the ability to lead and provide guidance on relevant issues.

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications, including Return to Work Coordinator Certification.
  • A current Driver’s Licence.
  • Proven experience in incident and claims management, human resources, and office administration.
  • Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to interpret and apply workers' compensation legislation effectively.
  • Experience with Figtree Systems software and working with external providers is desirable.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference and possess the required skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.

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 14th September 2025 
  • Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of the closing date
  • Package: $82,602 - $87,556 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation.
  • Hours of work: Permanent Full Time. You will have the option of a 19 day month through Council’s flex system. 
  • 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.

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

Click on the link to check out the Position Description

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.

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About Us

If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you! Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations.

At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community – we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.