Wellbeing Lead

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Permanent Role
• Full Time, 80 Hours + ADO: Enjoy a balanced work schedule
• Hybrid Work Arrangements: Flexibility to work on-site and remotely
• Managers and Administrative Worker Grade 5
• Generous Leave: Benefits including 5 weeks annual leave plus 13 additional paid days off each year

DEPARTMENT

The Safety & Wellbeing team provides leadership, strategic guidance, systems, risk reporting/monitoring and expert advice in key areas such as OHS management systems, occupational violence, manual handling and ergonomics, workplace injury prevention and management, emergency preparedness and wellbeing initiatives. 

POSITION

The Wellbeing Lead will support the overall coordination and delivery of Alfred Health's Wellbeing strategy, focusing on both mental and physical health. This role is key in motivating, inspiring, and supporting Alfred Health employees to foster a positive and resilient workforce. The Wellbeing Lead will work closely with the Director, Safety & Wellbeing and the broader Safety & Wellbeing team to implement a Safety and Wellbeing strategy that aligns with Alfred Health's core beliefs.

Experience and Qualifications Required

• Tertiary qualifications or degree in Health and Safety, Human Resources, Psychology, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of workplace wellbeing management, including experience in compliance auditing and advisory services.
• Proven experience in conducting physical and psychosocial risk assessments, designing wellbeing management systems, and delivering wellbeing programs.
• Demonstrated success in the development and implementation of wellbeing programs
• Experience in leading projects, managing relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, and overseeing the delivery of wellbeing initiatives.
• Experience in the health industry would be highly regarded.
• Victorian Driver’s License

Desirable

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage, inspire, and influence employees and leaders at all levels.
• Proven project management experience, including the ability to manage multiple initiatives and meet deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and other relevant software tools.
• In-depth knowledge of mental health and physical wellbeing best practices, with the ability to create tailored programs for diverse employee needs.
• Ability to navigate and influence change management processes to successfully implement wellbeing strategies.

BENEFITS

• You will have access to a wide range of benefits including:
• Flexible work arrangements, with work from home days each week
• Salary packaging and novated car leasing are available (tax-free income) to increase take-home pay
• Car parking available on site
• 13 paid days off per year, in addition to 5 weeks of annual leave

For enquiries regarding this role, please contact Kate Maren (Director, Safety and Wellbeing) at [email protected]

Applications Close: 11PM AEST, Sunday, 20th April 2025

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au