Risk and Safety Advisor

Full job description
We are seeking a talented individual to join our Work Health and Safety (WHS) and Risk Management Team at Marsh Australia. This role will be based in Regional South Australia (Riverland and Murray Region).

Become a part of a dedicated team that is committed to making a positive impact on the local government organizations we serve. As a member of our team, you will have the chance to collaborate closely with Local Government organizations, providing high-quality service and advice to assist them in meeting the Performance Standards for Self-Insurers and effectively managing Civil Liability risks. You will also have the opportunity to significantly contribute to the risk, safety, and wellbeing of communities and the organizations that support them.

The role includes face to face service delivery to the following scheme members, The role includes face to face service delivery to the following scheme members, Loxton Waikerie Council, Renmark Paringa Council, Berri Barmera Council, Southern Mallee Council, Karoonda East Murray Council and Mid Murray Council.

You will also be required to travel to other areas local government areas within South Australia and there will be some out of hour’s work required.

We will count on you to:

Working collaboratively and effectively as a part of the WHS Risk Team, and partnering with Local Government organisations, to ensure key deliverables are achieved.
Providing advice, and risk management assistance, both oral and written to Local Government organisations regarding civil liability issues.
Assisting in the development of systems for the management of specific risk management issues in Local Government organisations.
Establishing, developing and maintaining effective communication with internal staff, Local Government organisations, other government bodies and private enterprises relevant to Local Government.
Raising the profile of risk management as a culture within Local Government.
What you need to have:

Sound knowledge of South Australian Work Health Safety legislation, principles and practices.
Risk Management, expertise and experience.
Knowledge of ISO 31000.
Familiarity with the Performance Standards for Self-Insurers (PSSI)
Knowledge of SA Return to Work Act 2014.
Relevant auditing qualification or experience.
Computer literacy – competent in use of MS Office applications.
A current SA driver’s license.
What makes you stand out:

Knowledge of the Local Government Act 1+++, other relevant Acts.
Understanding of:
Law, as it relates to civil liabilities, contracting, common law, etc.
The risks within Local Government.
The range of occupations/tasks/jobs within Local Government.
Excellent attention to detail
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Suite and demonstrated ability to learn new systems quickly
Why join our team:

We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.
Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.
About MARSH:


Marsh, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), is the world’s top insurance broker and risk advisor. Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than +0,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marsh.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh McLennan is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person. Read more