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Job description

The Opportunity

The Faculty of Engineering has an opportunity for a Health, Safety, and Environment Advisor. You will assist the Faculty’s Schools with the implementation of health, safety and Environment management systems and ensure that processes align with the requirements of UNSW. You will take the lead in developing and fostering a positive health and safety culture within the Schools, whilst providing practical solutions to ensure the Schools comply with all applicable health and safety legislation to minimise risks and prevent injuries in the workplace.

This role reports to the Faculty Health and Safety Coordinator, with a dotted reporting line to School Manager(s) and has no direct reports. This position is expected to work collaboratively with Laboratory Managers and Technical Officers.

  • Salary, Level 6/7: $96,960 to $115,103 per annum + 17% superannuation
  • Full time
  • Continuing (Permanent)
  • Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia
  • Onsite role

About UNSW

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged, and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

The Faculty of Engineering at UNSW is a national and international leader in engineering research and education and is the University’s premier research Faculty. It is the largest Engineering Faculty in Australia, graduating the largest number of engineers and with the largest research expenditure. Through excellence in fundamental and applied research the Faculty aims to be placed in the top 20 internationally by 2025. For more information about the Faculty of Engineering please refer to the Faculty website: https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/about-us

Skills and Experience

Level 6

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in health and safety and/or Engineering/Science/Medical discipline, extensive relevant experience or equivalent competency gained through any combination of education, training and/or experience.
  • Experience in implementing health, safety and Environment management systems, programs, procedures, and guidelines in an Engineering/Science/Medical organisation.
  • Sound knowledge of health and safety legislation, Australian Standards and Codes of Practice relevant to the School’s activities.
  • Demonstrated ability to research, advise on and resolve a wide range of health and safety technical issues.
  • Advanced IT skills, including ability to administer electronic health, safety, and Environment software systems.
  • Highly developed written and oral communication skills, including public speaking and the ability to deliver training.
  • Demonstrated ability to consult, influence and build strong relationships to achieve high levels of compliance in health, safety, and Environment.
  • An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives, and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
  • Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Level 7 (in addition to Level 6 above):

  • Expertise in area(s) of specialist technical knowledge relevant to the Engineering Faculty, for example relating to safe use, handling and storage of hazardous substances and dangerous goods, plant and equipment, gene technology, radiation.
  • Experience in managing health, safety and Environment systems in a large complex organisation.
  • Experience in coordinating health, safety and Environment projects.
  • Experience in generating and interpreting statistical reports leading to improved health, safety and Environment management.
  • Experience in developing a new health and safety training course suitable for a range of audiences.
  • Experience in developing and imbedding new health, safety and Environment protocols.
  • Experience in auditing an organisation’s health, safety and Environment management system and leading the implementation of resultant actions.
  • In-depth knowledge of plant and equipment, hazardous substances, gene technology, and radiation regulatory requirements as they apply to research laboratories and workshops.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description. This is available via JOBS@UNSW.

To Apply:

Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application.

Applicants must have working rights in Australia.

Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.

Contact:

Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: eugene.aves@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Thursday 29th February 2024

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

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University Of New South Wales

Sydney, NSW
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