Transport Safety & Accreditation Leader

Department for Education, South Australia; South Australia; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

An educational department in South Australia seeks a Safety & Accreditation Manager to lead safety management in transport services, ensuring compliance with national regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, proven change management experience, and a background in safety systems. This role offers the opportunity to impact student safety while working in a collaborative and innovative environment with flexible arrangements.

Qualifications

• Desirable: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent experience.
• Current driver's license required; willingness to travel as needed.
• Should hold or obtain & maintain a Working with Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain safety management systems aligned with national regulations.
• Lead training programs to promote safety awareness among staff and students.
• Oversee risk assessments and incident reporting processes.
• Manage accreditation requirements for transport safety.
• Provide expert advice on transport safety matters to stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Change management

Strategic thinking

Policy development

Risk management

Safety systems implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Job description

An educational department in South Australia seeks a Safety & Accreditation Manager to lead safety management in transport services, ensuring compliance with national regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, proven change management experience, and a background in safety systems. This role offers the opportunity to impact student safety while working in a collaborative and innovative environment with flexible arrangements.