Contracts and Safety Management Coordinator

Job no: 0054012
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full time; Continuing
Department/School: Business Services
Salary: UOM 7 – $102,338 – $110,780 p.a. plus 17% super

• Coordinate and provide comprehensive health and safety advice to University’s staff and stakeholders 
• Tailored training program and career development opportunities
• UOM 7 – $102,338 – $110,780, 17% super, benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!

About the Role
This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled professional to join our university as the Contracts and Safety Management Coordinator. As an experienced candidate, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive health and safety advice while coordinating support services for the effective management of our OHS policies. With a focus on addressing the diverse needs within our Campus Management department and other specialty campuses, this role offers the chance to showcase your administrative abilities, make independent judgments, and deliver premium customer service to our staff and stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include:       

• Focus on identifying and delivering sustainable process improvements across all areas of accountability
• Facilitate portfolios with the maintenance and administration of local health and safety systems and processes
• Participate in, monitor and report on compliance and quality assurance management, in line with requirements under the University’s risk management framework including health and safety, legislation, statutes, regulations and policies.
• Monitor and provide written reports of licensing requirements for the University to operate within health and safety areas
• Provide advice and support in preparation for and corrective actions resulting from internal and external audits
• Assist the clients to effectively manage health and safety risk through coordination, advice and where applicable, direct assistance/implementation.

Who we are looking for
We're seeking an individual with excellent verbal and written communication skills, enabling effective communication with both internal and external stakeholders.

You will also have:

• A relevant qualification and/or relevant experience such as Health & Safety Systems and Construction experience
• Knowledge of health and safety and relevant legislative requirements
• Intermediate-level computing skills and ability to learn new systems

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your new team –Business Services
Business 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!
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!

The University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn .   

Be yourself
The 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. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier-free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Kim Groizard at [email protected] , with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

Join Us!

If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ivanka Yan via email at [email protected] , 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 details listed on the Position Description.

Please note that in the event of sourcing a suitable candidate, the closing date for applications may be brought forward, and the job vacancy may be closed. Therefore, we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications promptly.

Position Description