Job Description

About us:

At The Lost Dogs’ Home, we are a foundation in Victoria's animal welfare landscape, celebrated for our compassionate care of around 18,000 lost and abandoned dogs and cats every year. Beyond caring for animals, we are dedicated to providing diverse animal welfare and community programs, all aimed at giving animals the best chance of a happy and healthy life. Our mission is upheld by passionate individuals who embody a profound affinity for animals, community, and advocacy.

About the Role:

As our Safety and Wellbeing Advisor, you will play a hands-on role in supporting the delivery of best‑practice health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives across The Lost Dogs’ Home. Reporting to the Director of Safety, Infrastructure and Projects, you will help embed proactive safety practices, assist managers with day‑to‑day WHS matters, and contribute to a strong, engaged safety culture. You will also oversee the administration of Workers’ Compensation and Return to Work programs, working closely with insurers, rehabilitation providers and managers to support safe, timely recovery and effective claims management.

Duties include:

• Supporting strategic and operational planning
• Ensuring WHS compliance, including a WHS audit program, incident investigations and analyses, and regular risk assessments
• Implementing a culture of safety via strong relationships with key stakeholders and regular communication
• Workers’ compensation management, including managing claims and RTW processes
• Driving wellbeing initiatives that support harm minimisation and proactively manage psychosocial risks across the workplace

Skills and Experience:

• Degree or equivalent in OH&S/WHS
• Experience in a WHS related role, with experience in animal health, manufacturing, or hospital industry sector highly desirable
• Demonstrated experience in implementing health and safety management systems, education, and providing advice to managers and staff regarding best practice WHS matters
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the relevant code(s) and legislative frameworks and their application
• Thorough understanding of Workers Compensation and OH&S Legislation
• A current driver's licence
• A reasonable level of fitness and the ability to work in a physically demanding role

About our culture:

At The Lost Dogs’ Home, we foster an inclusive, welcoming workplace where everyone is encouraged to be their authentic self. Our vibrant social committee brings our team together through activities such as Paint & Sip nights, bowling, trivia, and relaxed after‑work gatherings. We value connection, collaboration, and a shared passion for animal welfare.

What we can offer:

• A purposeful animal welfare career,
• Fantastic career development and opportunities,
• Discounts at our general practice clinic, Lost Dogs' Home Vet Hospital,
• Generous paid parental leave,
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program,
• Access to the Foster Care Program,
• A unique and friendly working environment (surrounded by animals!),
• Rewarding work with animals in need of a forever home.

How to Apply

If you’re enthusiastic about supporting a safe and positive workplace and want to contribute to meaningful animal welfare work, we’d love to hear from you.

Please click Apply and upload your cover letter and resume (Word or PDF). Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the role may close early once a suitable candidate is found.

For questions, contact recruitment@dogshome.com

The successful applicant will be required to complete background screening checks. Only candidates with the right to work in Australia may apply.

Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early as the role may close if a suitable candidate is found. Don't miss out—apply today!

The Lost Dogs’ Home is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Only candidates with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.