WHS & Risk Team Lead - Government Sector

Marsh McLennan; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Marsh is seeking an experienced WHS & Risk Team Leader to lead a regional team of Risk & Safety Advisors serving the local government sector. This hands-on leadership role includes coaching, client service, and driving continuous improvement across WHS and risk management practices.

You will strengthen relationships with CEOs and senior leaders, manage stakeholder expectations, and guide members to implement WHS strategies and risk programs.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams.
• Sound knowledge of South Australian Work Health & Safety legislation, principles and practice.
• Proven experience in risk management frameworks and philosophy (ISO 31000 desirable).
• An understanding of civil liability concepts and the local government risk landscape.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with CEOs and senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of regional Risk & Safety Advisors, providing coaching, mentoring, performance support and day-to-day oversight.
• Directly service a portfolio of Scheme Members, delivering critical WHS and risk functions including evaluating risks and advising on hazard control and liability risk management.
• Strengthen relationships with clients, internal client teams, and third-party stakeholders to deliver best-in-class service and support growth.
• Act as a senior client contact, responding to complex needs and escalations to improve the client experience.
• Support and guide Members to implement and maintain WHS strategies/programs, civil liability risk management initiatives, and staff training.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

WHS knowledge

Risk management

Coaching

Job description

Marsh is seeking an experienced WHS & Risk Team Leader to lead a regional team of Risk & Safety Advisors serving the local government sector. This hands-on leadership role includes coaching, client service, and driving continuous improvement across WHS and risk management practices.

You will strengthen relationships with CEOs and senior leaders, manage stakeholder expectations, and guide members to implement WHS strategies and risk programs.