Vic Injury Management Advisor

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• 2-year fixed term role, fulltime.
• Multi site support. Transport and logistics.
• Site-based engagement and regional travel

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and Allied Health-qualified Injury Management Advisor to join a dynamic and values-driven team in Victoria.

This 2-year fixed-term role focuses on implementing and managing proactive injury management strategies that support early recovery and sustainable return-to-work outcomes across multiple sites.

You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to reduce the impact of workplace injuries and promote a culture of safety and wellbeing. This role will oversee the Victorian region and will require regular travel to sites across Melbourne’s west and north to provide hands-on support to line and senior leaders in driving improved return-to-work performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of workers’ compensation claims across Victoria.
• Develop and execute effective injury management and return-to-work strategies.
• Create and support graded return-to-work plans for complex injuries and guide managers on suitable duties.
• Coordinate and participate in case conferences with injured workers and treating practitioners.
• Deliver training for line managers on early intervention and rehabilitation best practices.
• Actively manage healthcare and occupational rehabilitation providers to ensure effective treatment pathways and cost control.
• Conduct Job Task Analysis for key roles.
• Identify and implement initiatives to reduce medical and associated injury costs.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Allied Health (e.g., Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in injury management or return-to-work roles.
• Strong understanding of relevant rehabilitation and return-to-work legislation.
• Demonstrated experience handling complex or serious injury claims.
• Proven ability to coach and train leaders on rehabilitation and return-to-work processes.
• Experience supporting injury prevention strategies and facilitating sustainable recovery.
• Occupational First Aid Certificate (preferred).
• RTW Coordinator Certificate.
• Current driver's licence.

Key Skills

• Strong interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution abilities.
• Excellent planning, time management and organisational skills.
• Sound financial and commercial awareness.
• Results-focused approach with a commitment to achieving successful outcomes for all stakeholders.

Office Flexibility: Flexible office base with one day at the Melbourne office and three days on-site.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to employee wellbeing within a high-performing, collaborative environment. If you’re a passionate injury management professional ready to make a real impact, we encourage you to apply now.

Apply now with your resume and cover letter, or reach out to Ken on 1300 28 00 68 for a confidential conversation.