WorkSafe Victoria

Support and care you can rely on

<strong>Rick Jones</strong>
Rick JonesGeneral Manager, Victoria
“It’s rewarding to lead such a passionate, committed team of experts who are so focused on giving great service and showing such care and support to help people get their lives back after injury.”

Workplace injury in Victoria? We’re here to help. As an appointed agent for WorkSafe Victoria’s workers compensation scheme, we provide essential support to injured workers and their employers.

Our role is to manage claims and WorkCover insurance policies on behalf of WorkSafe Victoria. We take care of everything – from medical treatment and compensation to return-to-work assistance.

We have a dedicated Victoria-based team who manage injury claims for around a quarter of businesses in the state. Our Melbourne and Geelong offices are home to over 500 claims specialists and our mobile case managers are on the ground across Victoria, providing in-person guidance to ensure workers and employers get the care and clarity they need when it matters most.

For invoices, certificates of capacity, and other claim documentation: claimsvic@eml.com.au

Note: Please include your claim number in the subject line for faster processing.

For new claim queries and lodgements: newclaimsvic@eml.com.au

Workers and employers can now submit and manage workers compensation claims online. Click here for more information.

Choose your pathway to support

For workers

Care, treatment and compensation as you manage your recovery

For employers

Claims handled, risks reduced and free wellbeing resources for your team and workplace

For brokers

Expert claims management and risk mitigation, giving your clients confidence

For providers

Partnering for timely care and treatment so workers get the help they need, fast

Training

Customised and flexible learning for workplace peace of mind

Upcoming sessions

Browse our training across workers compensation, health and safety, return to work and mental health.

Navigating psychological injury investigations (30min spotlight session)

This practical session equips employers to confidently navigate psychological injury investigations in the workplace. Participants will learn how to approach sensitive matters, gather reliable information, and meet legal and ethical obligations. The session covers best-practice techniques for identifying contributing factors, conducting fair and impartial investigations, and supporting affected employees. Attendees will leave with practical strategies to manage risk, handle complex cases, and promote a psychologically safe work environment.
Host : Procare

Fundamentals of injury management and return to work planning

This session provides an overview of injury management and return to work principles, including employer obligations, communication practices, and recovery planning. Participants will gain practical knowledge to support injured workers, promote recovery at work, and contribute to positive health and business outcomes through effective workplace rehabilitation practices.”
Host : PHSA

Workers compensation: National updates and insights

This session provides employers with an update on key issues impacting workers’ compensation schemes across SA, NSW and VIC. It covers emerging trends, external drivers, and legal developments, and outlines the practical implications for employers. Participants will gain insights to help navigate change, manage risk, and respond effectively across jurisdictions.
Host : Internal

Upcoming sessions

Browse our training across workers compensation, health and safety, return to work and mental health.

Leading your team through change

Leading a team through change calls for clarity, confidence, and a deep understanding of how people respond when their world shifts. This workshop explores practical ways to guide others with steadiness, empathy, and purpose during periods of uncertainty. Participants will discover how to communicate direction, maintain trust, and keep momentum even when circumstances evolve rapidly. The session equips leaders with adaptable strategies that help teams stay engaged, resilient, and ready for what comes next.
Host : IPAR

The hidden liability: Psychosocial risk and executive accountability

Executives carry the ultimate responsibility for workplace health and safety. This session explores how leaders can identify, manage, and mitigate psychosocial risks while fulfilling their duty of care.
Host : Anna Feringa Consulting

Panel – Examining pathways to secondary psychological injury

Secondary psychological injuries are a growing and complex challenge for workplaces. In this session, Dr Michael Di Donato shares insights from a major Monash University research project funded by Safe Work Australia, joined by Jim Gilchrist (Safe Work Australia) and Noni Byron (PHSA). Together they explore how these injuries are defined and experienced in Australia, and highlight key findings along with practical actions organisations can take to strengthen prevention, early response and support in the workplace. 
Host : PHSA; Monash University; Safe Work Australia

Upcoming sessions

Browse our training across workers compensation, health and safety, return to work and mental health.

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