Safety and Injury Prevention Expert
6 days ago
**About the Position**
We are seeking an experienced Safety and Injury Prevention Expert to join our occupational health team at Taranaki Base Hospital. The successful candidate will focus on implementing the national Moving and Handling Policy, developing a risk-based programme plan, and educating staff on safe moving practices.
This is a great opportunity to contribute to creating a safe and healthy work environment for our staff, while also advancing your career in occupational health and safety.
**Responsibilities**
The successful candidate will:
- Implement the national Moving and Handling Policy within the district
- Develop and implement a risk-based programme plan for Moving and Handling across the district
- Educate staff on appropriate and safe moving and handling practices
- Work in collaboration with nurse educators and coaches to support department-based training and ensure staff meet competencies
- Provide consultation and advice on moving and handling hazards and problem-solving controls
**Requirements**
To succeed in this role, you will need:
- Registration as a health professional in New Zealand with a current practicing certificate
- Experience in occupational health and safety practice, injury prevention, moving and handling principles, and education/health risk management
- Understanding of moving and handling techniques and skills in clinical and non-clinical environments
- Able to work autonomously and as part of a team, with strong organizational and prioritization skills
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