Health, Safety and Wellbeing Partner

• Full time, continuing opportunity  
• Provide specialist health and safety support and play a key role in implementing the University’s Health and Safety Management System
• Base Salary $126,065  + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

As a key member of the Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) Professional Services Unit, the HSW Partner plays a pivotal role in supporting designated stakeholder groups and driving the effective implementation of the University’s Health and Safety Management System.

This position provides expert guidance on strategy, policy, planning, and risk management to help foster a safe and healthy working environment across the University. A versatile and proactive practitioner, the HSW Partner contributes across a broad range of activities including risk management, incident investigation, coaching and advisory support, in‑field assurance, and stakeholder engagement.

 Experience in contractor safety management and psychosocial risk is highly valued, particularly in ensuring critical risk controls are effective and in strengthening contractor engagement. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the HSW PSU and the wider University, the role helps ensure consistent application of the HSMS and supports both local and University‑wide HSW initiatives, with additional specialist expertise available through Senior Specialists within the PSU.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• provide high-quality, expert Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) advice to leaders, managers and workers operating in hazardous and complex environments
• support the development, implementation and communication of HSW policies, procedures and programs across stakeholder groups
• provide guidance and coaching to leaders and staff on HSW governance, management systems and legislative compliance in line with University requirements
• build strong, trusted partnerships with leaders, managers and staff through high levels of engagement and on-site presence
• support the annual review of client group HSW Plans and support the development of local HSW action plans where required
• identify, plan and implement agreed HSW projects aligned to University strategy, priorities and stakeholder needs.

About you

• postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• demonstrated experience in developing an effective and sustainable safety culture and of conceptualising, developing, and implementing practical compliance and safety programs
• excellent negotiation, conflict resolution, relationship building, coaching and influencing skills together with high level of tact, diplomacy and discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality
• knowledge of Risk Management practices and the application of government legislation, codes of practice and Australian standards
• demonstrated practical experience of Work Health and Safety with a demonstrated understanding of relevant legislation, Australian standards, and guidelines
• experience in construction, infrastructure and facilities management is highly desirable.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Victoria Ford-Rogers Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected]

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