APS 6 Safeguarding Planner

About the role

HOBAN Recruitment is seeking an experienced APS 6 Planner to join a Safeguarding Advisory Team within a Federal Government environment. The role contributes to the safety and wellbeing of people with disability through specialist safeguarding advice, risk assessments and interventions for complex and sensitive participant matters. It is based in either Parramatta or Wollongong, working with internal stakeholders and external agencies.

Key responsibilities

• Assess complex and sensitive participant situations, identify risks and recommend safeguarding actions
• Develop evidence-based safeguarding advice and recommendations
• Provide clear, concise and well-reasoned written and verbal advice to stakeholders
• Facilitate discussions and give guidance on safeguarding issues
• Liaise with government agencies, authorities and service providers
• Manage urgent, short-term safeguarding interventions within a case management framework
• Contribute to continuous improvement, operational guidance, frameworks and procedures
• Support, mentor and collaborate with colleagues

Required profile

• Experience assessing complex information and identifying key risks
• Ability to develop evidence-based recommendations and safeguarding advice
• Excellent written communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Sound judgement within legislative, policy and procedural frameworks
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Experience contributing to operational guidance, procedures, frameworks or training materials
• Desirable: knowledge of the NDIS legislative and operating environment, understanding of safeguarding principles and risk management, and experience in safeguarding, human services, disability, social services, investigations or risk management
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an AGSVA Baseline Security Clearance and an NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Australian citizenship required for this Federal Government role

Required skills

• Microsoft Office
• Case management or records management systems

What we offer

• Pay of $61.86 per hour at APS 6 level, including casual loading
• 12% superannuation
• Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Start date of 11 January 2027
• Opportunities for professional development and exposure to safeguarding practice