Manager, Safety Specialist

Job no:516320
Work type:full time
Location:Crawley
Categories:Campus / facilities management

• Lead a team of safety specialists helping UWA develop solutions to unique challenges!
• Level 9, full-time appointment on a permanent/ongoing basis.
• Salary range: $144,296 – $152,690 p.a. total package.

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team
The safety, health, and wellbeing of our staff, students and partners is fundamental to UWA’s pursuit of excellence in education and research. The Safety Directorate is responsible for all aspects of health and safety for staff, students and other users of the University’s campuses and properties in the context of the Western Australia Work Health and Safety Act 2020. This unit leads the University’s strategic intent to achieve and effectively maintain a safe and healthy working environment for all, and culture that considers safety and health risk as part of all operational planning and delivery activities.

About the opportunity
Reporting to the Director (Safety), you will lead a team of five WHS Specialists in the development, implementation, maintenance, and auditing of UWA’s Safety Management Systems in the disciplines of Engineering, Physics, Chemical Management, Radiation and Laser Safety, Diving and Boating, and Fire and Emergency Management to foster best practice and ongoing continuous improvement.

You will work closely with University Heads of School, Heads of Research Groups and Business
Unit Directors and their management lines to advise, guide, coach, and audit local area
operational safety risks. You will provide leadership and direction to complex safety matters
and work with your direct reports and WHS Advisors team to lead in the provision of appropriate advice and support.

About you
To qualify for this role, you should possess a relevant tertiary qualification in occupational safety and health, science, health, engineering, or a related field, or demonstrate equivalent competency. Your experience, particularly in leading and managing teams and projects, is crucial. Your expertise in specialist safety, quick navigation of complex safety issues, and collaborative leadership under a 'Partner' based model are essential for providing best practice advice and support to key stakeholders. Your background should include managing safety risks in complex facilities across various work locations and disciplines, along with a demonstrated knowledge of workplace safety principles and legislation specific to Engineering, Physics, Chemical Management, Radiation and Laser Safety, Diving and Boating, Fire and Emergency Management within a university setting. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral, are necessary for leading and coaching stakeholders in a collaborative, consultative, and outcomes-focused manner. Your planning and organisational skills, along with the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines, are critical for success. Demonstrated leadership in embedding a proactive and integrated safety culture across a large and complex organisation is expected. A tertiary qualification in occupational safety and health, science, health, engineering or similar; or demonstrated equivalent competency is required. Desirable qualifications include a Certificate IV Training and Assessment, WHS Lead Auditor Qualification, and an industry-recognised qualification in incident investigation (e.g., ICAM or Tap Root).

Note: Provision of a Current “C” class driver’s licence.

About your application
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:   POSITION DESCRIPTION [Manager, Safety Specialists] - Position Number [321905] - Level [9].pdf .

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

You may also submit an additional statement (1 page max) outlining any personal circumstances which should be considered when assessing your application. Applicants who have experienced periods of academic/professional interruption or other relevant events can include a description of achievements relative to opportunity in this statement.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday, 13 February 2024.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Justin Gauder at [email protected].

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at [email protected]  with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.

Advertised:25 Jan 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:13 Feb 2024 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time