Senior Health and Safety Business PartnerPromote a compliant and proactive health and safety culture through expert guidance, risk management, and strategic initiatives.Lead impactful health and safety programs in a dynamic, high-risk university environment.Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!About the RoleThe Senior Health & Safety Business Partner champions a proactive and compliant health and safety culture. This role provides expert guidance, ensuring effective risk management and regulatory compliance across the University. The incumbent will collaborate with leaders to develop and implement strategic initiatives that enhance health and safety across all levels.Your responsibilities will include:Identifying and implementing sustainable process improvements across all areas of responsibility.Offering specialist health and safety advice, ensuring regulatory compliance, and assisting clients in managing risks effectively.Supervising the health and safety team, maintaining expertise through continuous learning, and contributing to strategic planning and budget management.Who we are looking forWe seek a highly motivated Health and Safety professional with a strong understanding of relevant legislation and proven experience in developing and implementing robust management systems. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and leadership skills, a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects effectively, and ideally have experience working within a complex organisation. Knowledge of self-insurance requirements and experience with high-risk environments are highly desirable.You will also have:The appointee will have a relevant tertiary qualification, or have an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.Demonstrated knowledge of legislative and regulatory requirements in health and safety.Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the development, implementation and maintenance of auditable health and safety management systems.Demonstrated knowledge of University or like organisational culture is desirable.Additional InformationThis role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.Your new team – Business ServicesBusiness Services provides a full range of class leading information technology, facilities management, finance, HR and health and safety services to all operating entities of the University.What we offer you!In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!Be yourselfThe University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live.Join Us!If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:ResumeCover Letter outlining your interest and experiencePlease note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ethan Khamly via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.Advertised: 09 Jan 2025 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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