Safety Specialist at People & Purpose
Sydney, Victoria, Australia -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Dec, 26

Salary

100000.0

Posted On

26 Sep, 26

Experience

22 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Industry

Hospitals & Health Systems

Description

We are seeking an experienced, relationship-driven Senior Safety & Wellbeing Partner to join a respected Not-for-Profit Aged Care & Community Services provider.

Reporting directly to the Head of Safety & Wellbeing, this role moves beyond top-down compliance. You will act as a trusted advisor to clinical leaders, site managers, and operational teams, translating safety metrics into practical prevention strategies and fostering a psychologically safe, high-performing culture across multi-site environments.

  • Key ResponsibilitiesConsultative Business Partnering: Coach and influence operational leaders and clinical managers to take ownership of workplace health, safety, and psychosocial risks through open dialogue and collaborative problem-solving.
  • Psychosocial Risk Management: Lead the rollout and ongoing management of a proactive psychosocial safety framework, manage corrective actions from recent workforce surveys, and integrate risk indicators across site teams.
  • Compliance & Audit Program: Conduct robust WHS management system audits incorporating desktop reviews, staff interviews, and site observations to strengthen risk controls and regulatory compliance.
  • Safety Intelligence & Trend Analysis: Analyse incident data, hazard reports, and injury mechanisms to deliver actionable safety intelligence and trend commentary for executive leadership and governance committees.
  • Leadership & Capability Building: Design and deliver engaging in-person leadership training, hazard awareness sessions, and holistic employee wellbeing initiatives.


  • About YouExperience: 5–7+ years of practical WHS experience, ideally within Aged Care, Healthcare, Community Services, or high-touch multi-site operational environments.
  • Interpersonal Approach: Exceptional consultative and relationship-building skills with a proven track record of influencing clinical or operational stakeholders through empathy, coaching, and business acumen rather than rigid policy enforcement.
  • Technical Strengths: Solid exposure to WHS management system auditing, psychosocial risk frameworks, and incident investigation methodologies.
  • Mobility: Willingness to undertake site visits across metro and regional locations (minimum 2 days/week partnering onsite; all travel, mileage, and tolls fully reimbursed).
  • Qualifications: Diploma/Degree in WHS or related discipline; Lead Auditor or Psychosocial/Mental Health training is highly desirable.


  • What’s on OfferCompetitive base salary ($130k–$140k) plus superannuation and NFP Salary Packaging.
  • Convenient Western Sydney hub office close to public transport, combined with flexible site-based work arrangements.
  • Comprehensive travel reimbursement program covering fuel, mileage, and tolls.
  • The opportunity to drive meaningful culture change in a supportive, values-driven environment.


To express your interest or schedule a confidential discussion, please reach out directly with your resume.

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Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced, relationship-driven Senior Safety & Wellbeing Partner to join a respected Not-for-Profit Aged Care & Community Services provider.

Reporting directly to the Head of Safety & Wellbeing, this role moves beyond top-down compliance. You will act as a trusted advisor to clinical leaders, site managers, and operational teams, translating safety metrics into practical prevention strategies and fostering a psychologically safe, high-performing culture across multi-site environments.

  • Key ResponsibilitiesConsultative Business Partnering: Coach and influence operational leaders and clinical managers to take ownership of workplace health, safety, and psychosocial risks through open dialogue and collaborative problem-solving.
  • Psychosocial Risk Management: Lead the rollout and ongoing management of a proactive psychosocial safety framework, manage corrective actions from recent workforce surveys, and integrate risk indicators across site teams.
  • Compliance & Audit Program: Conduct robust WHS management system audits incorporating desktop reviews, staff interviews, and site observations to strengthen risk controls and regulatory compliance.
  • Safety Intelligence & Trend Analysis: Analyse incident data, hazard reports, and injury mechanisms to deliver actionable safety intelligence and trend commentary for executive leadership and governance committees.
  • Leadership & Capability Building: Design and deliver engaging in-person leadership training, hazard awareness sessions, and holistic employee wellbeing initiatives.


  • About YouExperience: 5–7+ years of practical WHS experience, ideally within Aged Care, Healthcare, Community Services, or high-touch multi-site operational environments.
  • Interpersonal Approach: Exceptional consultative and relationship-building skills with a proven track record of influencing clinical or operational stakeholders through empathy, coaching, and business acumen rather than rigid policy enforcement.
  • Technical Strengths: Solid exposure to WHS management system auditing, psychosocial risk frameworks, and incident investigation methodologies.
  • Mobility: Willingness to undertake site visits across metro and regional locations (minimum 2 days/week partnering onsite; all travel, mileage, and tolls fully reimbursed).
  • Qualifications: Diploma/Degree in WHS or related discipline; Lead Auditor or Psychosocial/Mental Health training is highly desirable.


  • What’s on OfferCompetitive base salary ($130k–$140k) plus superannuation and NFP Salary Packaging.
  • Convenient Western Sydney hub office close to public transport, combined with flexible site-based work arrangements.
  • Comprehensive travel reimbursement program covering fuel, mileage, and tolls.
  • The opportunity to drive meaningful culture change in a supportive, values-driven environment.


To express your interest or schedule a confidential discussion, please reach out directly with your resume.

  • … more
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