Work Health and Safety Manager

Company description:

The AFL is Australia's premier sporting organisation supporting two constantly evolving national competitions, AFL and AFLW. Our purpose is to progress the game, so everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.

We have a strong workforce presence in most States and Territories of Australia including Northern Territory, QLD, NSW / ACT, Victoria and Tasmania.

As the AFL/ AFLW competitions continue to grow and evolve at both the elite and community levels, we are focused on ensuring we attract and retain great people in both permanent and casual roles at all levels and within all areas of our industry.

Importantly, we aim to reflect the communities where our game is played by recruiting locally where possible to strengthen our connection to the ‘grassroots' of our game. We are also fortunate to have hundreds of passionate volunteers within our industry, offering their time and expertise to help grow our game.

The AFL's purchase of Marvel Stadium in Docklands, Melbourne, further diversifies our workforce with more than 1000 casual employees to make every moment matter for our fans and customers.

Job description:

ABOUT US

As an organisation, the AFL works tirelessly in all states and at all levels to enhance and grow the game - from grassroots to elite. Together, we put on the game, deliver important events, communicate with our fans, run community programs, develop coaches and umpires, collaborate with partners, delight members, support clubs and so much more. While our roles may vary, we are all united by a common goal, to progress the game so that everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.

The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. Please note, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate to this position holds a valid employee Working with Children/ Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer and firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is an important part of both the AFL and the communities in which we operate. Our game is for everyone, and we strive to be a workplace for everyone.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Work, Health and Safety (WHS) Manager as a member of the Legal and Regulatory team, is responsible for the management of Health and Safety at the AFL (including regional headquarters) and Marvel Stadium. This will also include overseeing event and non-event Health and Safety management at Marvel Stadium.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF

Key Accountabilities:

• Management and oversight of incident management processes from investigation to rectification. Including the management of the AFL's incident management software.
• Continuously review, monitor and improve working practices. Including leading and managing workplace safety inspections, identification and management of psychosocial hazards, development and updating of safe work method statements and standard operating procedures.
• Ownership of the AFL Safety and Wellbeing Committee and oversight of the Marvel Safety and Wellbeing Committee.
• Assist with the Return-to-Work process for any injured workers (includes physical and psychological injuries or illness).
• In the event of an incident or crisis, provide administrative/supportive role as directed by the Chief Warden.
• Support the WHS Lead with the management of workplace safety at Marvel Stadium during event and non-event days/nights.
• Play a key supporting role in building emergency management awareness and competency across the AFL and Marvel Stadium. Including training for leaders and employees.
• Assist with the management of departmental safety risk assessments and risk registers.
• Monitor and maintain relationships with State/Territory Safety Regulators and manage Regulator visits.

OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER

Core Competencies:

• Extensive experience in senior OHS/WHS management roles (preferably involving multiple sites and large capacity venues) leading company Health and Safety programmes including return to work, safety reviews, Safety and Wellbeing Committees and Health and wellbeing programmes.
• Experience in policy and procedure development, implementation and evaluation.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, innovative, results and performance driven.
• Demonstrated skills in program delivery, quality management, risk and Safety.
• Demonstrated experience in managing the risk of psychosocial hazards in the workplace.
• Demonstrated experience in incident management, emergency management and crisis management across relevant industries.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders (internal and external).
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills and ability to deliver innovative solutions.
• Understanding of (mandatory) reporting and investigations.
• Excellent time management and organisation skills, including the ability to prioritise work in a busy environment.
• Proven experience in delivering safety and emergency management training to senior leadership and employees.
• Expert knowledge of Australian Health and Safety legislation, regulations and codes or practice.
• Experience in conducting audits, investigations and risk assessments and preparing reports.
• Strong IT skills.
• Exposure to ISO standards and compliance.
• Safety management experience in major events and/or at large capacity venues, desirable.

OUR CULTURE

Please visit www.afl.com.au/careers/our-organisation

We are proudly a WORK180 endorsed employer for women, to see the great benefits that the AFL offers, please visit https://work180.com/en-au/for-women/employer/afl

THE PERKS

• Play The Day Your Way - a flexible approach to your working life
• My Development - lean into the AFL's My Development program consisting of on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring, and formal learning
• Play Well - access to our extensive Health and Wellbeing program centered around our belief in a healthy body, healthy mind, and healthy workplace
• My Benefits - with thanks to our AFL Corporate Partners, access great benefits and discounts
• AFL Silver Memberships - permanent team members can access AFL matches at Marvel Stadium and the MCG, enjoy and share the experience of our game with your family and friends!

Applications Close: 14 February 2024

We offer:

THE PERKS

• Play The Day Your Way - a flexible approach to your working life
• My Development - lean into the AFL's My Development program consisting of on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring, and formal learning
• Play Well - access to our extensive Health and Wellbeing program centered around our belief in a healthy body, healthy mind, and healthy workplace
• My Benefits - with thanks to our AFL Corporate Partners, access great benefits and discounts
• AFL Silver Memberships - permanent team members can access AFL matches at Marvel Stadium and the MCG, enjoy and share the experience of our game with your family and friends!