Return to Work Partner

Salary:

50 - 60

/ Hour

Contract Type:

Contract

Location:

Sydney - NSW

Industry:

Professional

Reference:

4015231

Contact Name:

Caitlin Merrin

Contact Email:

cmerrin@publicsectorpeople.com.au

Date Published:

04-Mar-2026

Public Sector People are partnering with a large Sydney Council who are seeking an experienced Return to Work Partner to join their People & Culture team.

In this role, you’ll take the lead in coordinating return-to-work and injury management processes, ensuring compliance with NSW legislation while supporting employees and managers to achieve positive and sustainable recovery outcomes.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working closely with stakeholders, influencing safe work practices, and driving effective injury management programs in a complex organisation.

Key Responsibilities include:

Coordinate Return to Work and injury management programs across the organisation
Provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on injury management and WHS responsibilities
Liaise with workers compensation insurers and external providers
Develop and manage Recover at Work plans for injured employees
Support incident investigations and recommend preventative strategies

About you:

Experience in Return-to-Work coordination, injury management or WHS
Strong understanding of NSW WHS legislation and Recover at Work requirements
Completion of the Introduction to Return to Work Coordination (WorkCover approved) or equivalent
Local government or public sector experience highly regarded.

If you are interested, please apply now with your most up-to-date resume. For more info, contact Caitlin on cmerrin@publicsectorpeople.com.au

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