Psychosocial Risk Consultant – Freelance

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Australia.

📋 Description

• Facilitation of focus groups and qualitative interviews.

• Management of stakeholders at all levels within the organization.

• Writing reports targeted at executive and regulatory audiences.

• Establishing trust and psychological safety during consultation processes.

• Handling sensitive discussions and emotional reactions effectively.

• Coordinating and managing projects across various locations.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Organizational Psychology, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline.

• Certification in psychosocial risk assessment (e.g., FlourishDx Academy, Bond University Psychosocial Risk Management).

• Up-to-date knowledge of the Australian WHS Act and the Managing Psychosocial Hazards Code of Practice.

• Registration as a psychologist (either general or endorsed in organizational psychology) is highly regarded for Australian Regulatory Compliance.

• Understanding of WHS Act and regulations applicable in the NSW and Victoria jurisdictions.

• Awareness of PCBU (Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking) obligations.

• Familiarity with consultation requirements as stipulated under the WHS legislation.

• Knowledge of the Australian Privacy Principles for the management of sensitive data.

• Insight into waste management operations and the associated hazards.

• Understanding of shift work, remote work, and physically demanding work settings.

• Recognition of industry-specific stressors including public stigma, exposure to hazardous materials, and geographic isolation.

• Familiarity with challenges faced by the regional and rural workforce.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Flexible work arrangements.