Manager, Health Safety And Wellbeing

Manager, Health, Safety and Wellbeing, People and Culture

Based on the Sydney Campus 

Full-time, Continuing role 

• Lead the University’s Work Health and Safety implementations and enhancements
• Provide your expert advice on a full scope of health, Safety and Wellbeing operational and strategic matters
• Starting base salary of $155,887 pa (Level 10) + 13.75% super 

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY

The story of our University is a remarkable one. It is a story that begins with a vision to establish Australia’s first university with the Catholic intellectual tradition at its core. For over 30 years, we have delivered so much more than an outstanding learning experience. Students who study at our campuses in Fremantle, Broome and Sydney, along with our seven clinical schools in regional New South Wales and Victoria, learn about themselves. They grow as people and become better people. It is for these reasons that Notre Dame – a modern Catholic university with around 12,000 students – is committed to offering a unique, fulfilling education experience.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our People and Culture team provides strategic, procedural, and legislative support and advice covering Employee Relations, HR Business Partnering, Workforce Planning, Strategy and Transformation, Workplace Health and Safety, Employee Services, Recruitment, and HR Technology Systems.

Reporting to the Director, Organisational Development, this role manages the implementation and enhancement of UNDA’s Work Health & Safety management system framework to ensure the health, Safety and Wellbeing of employees, students, contractors and visitors, and  meet relevant legislation and standards by reducing risk and enhancing wellbeing. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead, manage and motivate the Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) team, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback to enhance their skills and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop, implement and review health, safety, and Wellbeing management systems, practices, policies and initiatives to ensure the University meets relevant legislation, regulations and standards, and to foster a culture of Safety and Wellbeing.
• Develop and implement strategies, processes and resources to mitigate identified risks, with a focus on educating and empowering all individuals and Work Areas to manage and act on risks.
• Develop and deliver training programs and resources on health, safety, and Wellbeing topics for employees.
• Work collaboratively with various Work Areas, committees, and external agencies to promote a holistic approach to health, safety, and Wellbeing.

ABOUT YOU 

• Postgraduate qualifications with proven experience in leading the management of Health and Safety, Risk or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the legislative requirements for work, health and Safety and workers’ compensation matters in Australia, including various State-based requirements
• Extensive knowledge of effective work health and safety policies, processes, management systems and hazard management practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the proven ability to collaborate, influence and drive change with a diverse range of stakeholders to enhance WHS outcomes. 
• Strong organisational skills, with demonstrated ability to work independently to organise and prioritise workload, handle multiple tasks and work efficiently and effectively to deadlines and respond to multiple and diverse stakeholders.

BENEFITS

• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Employee family study discount at Notre Dame
• Generous long service leave

CONTACT US

For enquiries about the role or to request a copy of the Position Description, please email ****@nd.edu.au 

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply online with a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Applications close on 27 February 2024

Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

The University of Notre Dame Australia seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the different needs of the University and its stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our staff.