Occupational Health Coordinator

About the role

DePuy Synthes is recruiting an Occupational Health Coordinator based in New South Wales, Australia. The role supports the delivery and coordination of occupational health programs and services, promoting employee health, safety and well-being through effective administration, coordination and compliance with occupational health requirements. It involves close work with HR, EHS, FM (E&PS), healthcare providers and employees.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate occupational health activities and programs, including medical surveillance, health assessments and wellness initiatives.
• Support management of occupational health vendor relationships and healthcare providers to ensure service quality and cost effectiveness.
• Support day-to-day administration of occupational health services and related documentation.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee health records in line with privacy and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with HR, EHS, FM (E&PS) and external healthcare providers to support employee health needs.
• Assist with incident follow-up, injury management, psychological risk assessments and return-to-work coordination.
• Support compliance with occupational health regulations, standards and internal policies.
• Prepare reports and data on occupational health activities and metrics, and identify opportunities to improve processes and employee experience.

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Health Sciences, Occupational Health or a related field.
• Typically 2-4 years of experience in occupational health coordination, healthcare administration or a related role.
• Knowledge of occupational health practices, health surveillance and injury management processes.
• English proficiency required; minimal travel expected, up to 10% domestically.
• Preferred: experience in manufacturing or regulated environments, familiarity with Australian occupational health and safety regulations, experience managing external occupational health vendors, exposure to healthcare, medical device or life sciences, and experience with wellness or preventive health initiatives.

Required skills

• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Preferred: occupational health, nursing or workplace health and safety certification.