Safety Partner

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

The NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is seeking a Safety Partner to provide trusted WHS advice and support across NSW. You will partner with stakeholders to strengthen safety capability, promote a proactive culture and deliver practical WHS initiatives in a complex, high‑risk environment.

Role involves developing and improving WHS programs, managing risk and incident activities, and translating data into preventative actions.

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of WHS legislation and relevant standards.
• Tertiary qualifications in Work Health and Safety or related discipline and/or experience.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to explain WHS matters clearly.
• Experience supporting WHS risk management, incident management and preventative strategies.
• Ability to interpret WHS data and translate insights into practical recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Provide WHS advice, guidance and support across NSW DCCEEW.
• Help identify emerging risks and trends; use incident data to inform preventative strategies.
• Develop, implement and continuously improve WHS programs, policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to strengthen safety capability and culture.
• Plan and prioritise work while adapting to a complex organisational environment.

Skills

WHS knowledge

WHS legislation

Stakeholder engagement

Data interpretation

Risk management

Incident management

Education

Bachelor's degree in WHS

Job description

Make a meaningful impact on workplace safety.

Support the wellbeing of people and communities across NSW.

• Partner with leaders across NSW to drive a strong safety culture and deliver expert WHS advice in a complex, high-risk environment

Ongoing, Full Time Opportunity, 35 hours per week

• Location negotiable across Newcastle, Parramatta or Coffs Harbour, with flexible hybrid working options

Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $116,981 to $129,492 + super

Our People, Culture & Safety team is currently seeking to appoint a Safety Partner to provide trusted WHS advice, guidance and support across NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) . In this role, you’ll partner with stakeholders across the organisation to strengthen safety capability, promote a positive and proactive safety culture, and support the delivery of practical WHS initiatives that contribute to a safe and healthy workforce.

Working collaboratively with stakeholders and the broader safety team, you’ll contribute to the development, implementation and continuous improvement of WHS programs, systems, policies and procedures. You’ll provide advice on WHS risk management and incident activities, help identify emerging risks and trends, and use incident data and insights to inform recommendations and preventative strategies. You’ll also play an important role in building risk awareness and safe work practices across a diverse organisation operating within a complex regulatory environment.

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings:

Sound knowledge of WHS legislation, regulations and relevant Australian and international standards, with experience providing WHS advice and support, ideally within high-risk operational environments.

Tertiary qualifications in Work Health and Safety or a related discipline and/or relevant experience.

Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex WHS matters clearly and provide practical, considered advice to diverse audiences.

Experience supporting WHS risk management, incident management and preventative strategies, with the ability to identify emerging risks and recommend effective controls and improvements.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret WHS data and trends and translate insights into practical recommendations and improvements.

A collaborative and proactive approach, with the ability to build effective relationships, influence positive safety behaviours and contribute to a strong safety culture.

The ability to plan, prioritise and manage competing demands, while adapting to changing priorities and working effectively within a complex organisation.

Tertiary qualifications in Work Health and Safety or related discipline and/or relevant experience.

For more information read the full Role Description: Safety Partner CES PCS Clk Gde 7-8 RD

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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