At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver onsite physiotherapy and promote workplace health across South Australia.
- Company: Join SunPork Group, Australia's leading farmer-owned pork producer.
- Benefits: Car allowance, career development, and a collaborative team environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to work across diverse sites and enhance your career.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in workplace wellbeing and injury prevention.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Physiotherapy and strong clinical assessment skills.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Job Category: Human Resources and Recruitment
Make a Real Difference in Workplace Health & Wellbeing!
Are you a passionate Physiotherapist looking for an opportunity to take your career beyond the traditional clinical environment?
Sun Pork Group is seeking a motivated and proactive Injury Prevention Physiotherapist to join our Group Work Health & Safety (WHS) team, supporting our farms, feed mills and offices across South Australia.
This is a fantastic opportunity to combine your clinical expertise with injury prevention, early intervention, rehabilitation and workplace wellbeing, making a meaningful difference to the health and safety of our people.
A car allowance is included to support the travel requirements of this role.
About Sun Pork Group
Sun Pork Group is Australia's leading farmer-owned and operated pork producer, with operations spanning farming, production, processing and distribution.
With more than 1,800 employees across 56 locations, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
We are committed to providing safe, supportive and inclusive workplaces where our employees can thrive, develop and build rewarding careers.
Job Description
About the Role
Reporting to the Group WHS Manager, you will play an important role in delivering proactive injury prevention and early intervention physiotherapy services across our South Australian operations.
Working closely with site managers, employees and the broader WHS team, you will provide practical, evidence-based advice and support to improve workplace health, reduce injuries and assist employees in safely returning to work.
Your key responsibilities will include
- Deliver onsite physiotherapy assessments, early intervention treatments and follow-up services across Sun Pork sites.
- Identify potential workplace injuries and provide practical strategies to minimise musculoskeletal risks.
- Conduct ergonomic assessments and provide recommendations on safe manual handling and workplace practices.
- Support injury management, rehabilitation and return-to-work programs, including suitable duties planning.
- Conduct and coordinate pre-employment health assessments and occupational health screening.
- Assist with hearing assessments, drug and alcohol testing and workplace health initiatives as required.
- Work collaboratively with managers and employees to promote injury prevention and safe work practices.
- Support workplace safety inspections, health promotion programs and WHS initiatives.
- Maintain accurate and confidential clinical records and reporting.
About You
We are looking for a qualified Physiotherapist who is passionate about preventative healthcare, employee wellbeing and making a positive impact in the workplace.
To be successful, you will have
- Tertiary qualifications in Physiotherapy with current registration through the Physiotherapy Board of Australia.
- Professional indemnity insurance.
- Strong clinical assessment skills and an interest in occupational health and injury prevention.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage employees and management at all levels.
- A proactive, practical and solutions-focused approach.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple locations.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office and workplace reporting systems.
- A current unrestricted Class C driver's licence and willingness to travel regularly throughout South Australia.
Highly regarded but not essential
- Experience in occupational physiotherapy, workplace rehabilitation or injury management.
- Return-to-work coordination experience or accreditation.
- Experience conducting ergonomic and manual task risk assessments.
- Previous exposure to agriculture, manufacturing, food processing or similar operational environments.
- Experience in occupational health screening, audiometry or drug and alcohol testing.
Why Join Sun Pork?
At Sun Pork, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset, and we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and empowered.
What we offer
- Car allowance included to support statewide travel requirements.
- Variety and independence – work across multiple sites and operational environments.
- Meaningful impact – play a key role in preventing workplace injuries and improving employee wellbeing.
- Collaborative team environment – work alongside an experienced and supportive Group WHS team.
- Career development – broaden your clinical expertise into occupational health, injury prevention and workplace rehabilitation.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're a Physiotherapist looking for a rewarding opportunity to apply your skills in a diverse and hands-on environment, we'd love to hear from you!
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Injury Prevention Physiotherapist – SA in Adelaide employer: SunPork Group
SunPork Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at Tong Park, QLD, where employees are valued and supported in their roles. With a strong focus on safety, innovation, and sustainability, team members have ample opportunities for personal and professional growth while contributing to the vital agricultural industry. Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to quality and community support, making a meaningful impact in feeding Australian families.
