Work Health & Safety (WHS) Manager

Aspen Medical; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Brisbane-based role with impact across

Employee Assistance Program 24/7

Job summary

Aspen Medical is seeking an experienced Work Health and Safety (WHS) Manager to join our Corporate Services team in Brisbane. You will lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of our health and safety management system, ensuring compliance with Australian WHS legislation and ISO 45001.

The role focuses on risk assessment, incident investigations, training delivery and returning staff to work, while advancing safety culture and wellbeing across diverse operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience in WHS leadership.
• Competency as Return to Work Coordinator.
• Experience developing and implementing ISO 45001-aligned safety management systems.
• Strong knowledge of Australian WHS legislation, incident investigations and regulatory reporting.
• Experience conducting workplace inspections and audits, coordinating wellbeing programs, and developing and delivering training.
• Strong data analysis, trend identification and performance reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and improve the WHS management system in line with ISO 45001, legislation and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate risk assessments, inspections and audits, and support incident investigations, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Analyse safety performance and prepare quarterly reports for the Board and stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver safety training, maintain online learning and communication resources, and coordinate health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Oversee emergency plans, evacuation procedures and drills, including fire warden and first aid arrangements.
• Coordinate injury management, workers’ compensation and return-to-work programs, prioritising early intervention.
• Chair the Health and Safety Consultative Committee and act as Secretary of the Global Health and Safety Committee.
• Manage the safety budget and provide specialist safety and operational risk advice for tenders and bids.
• Lead and support the Health and Safety Coordinator, Health and Safety Representatives and committee members.
• Oversee the administration of AspiraIQ.

Skills

WHS leadership

ISO 45001

Australian WHS legislation

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Training delivery

Education

WHS qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Aspen Medical is seeking an experienced and proactive Work Health and Safety (WHS) Manager to join our Corporate Services team in Brisbane. Reporting to the General Manager Corporate Services, you will lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of our health and safety management system. This role combines safety leadership, risk management, legislative compliance and injury management, with opportunities to strengthen safety culture and support the wellbeing of our people across diverse operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and improve the health and safety management system in line with ISO 45001, legislation and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate risk assessments, inspections and audits, and support incident investigations, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Analyse safety performance and prepare quarterly reports for the Board and stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver safety training, maintain online learning and communication resources, and coordinate health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Oversee emergency plans, evacuation procedures and drills, including fire warden and first aid arrangements.
• Coordinate injury management, workers’ compensation and return-to-work programs, prioritising early intervention.
• Chair the Health and Safety Consultative Committee and act as Secretary of the Global Health and Safety Committee.
• Manage the safety budget and provide specialist safety and operational risk advice for tenders and bids.
• Lead and support the Health and Safety Coordinator, Health and Safety Representatives and committee members.
• Oversee the administration of AspiraIQ.

Essential Criteria

• Minimum five years’ experience in a similar role, with tertiary WHS qualifications.
• Competency as a Return to Work Coordinator.
• Experience developing and implementing ISO 45001-aligned safety management systems.
• Strong knowledge of Australian WHS legislation, incident investigations and regulatory reporting.
• Experience conducting workplace inspections and audits, coordinating wellbeing programs, and developing and delivering training.
• Strong data analysis, trend identification and performance reporting skills.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, leadership and team management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet-based systems, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience applying safety frameworks internationally and knowledge of the healthcare industry.
• Budgeting and financial management experience.
• Membership of a relevant health and safety or environmental health professional organisation.
• Current unrestricted driver licence and ability to undertake periodic travel.

What We Offer

• A Brisbane-based role with opportunities to influence health and safety across diverse operations.
• Varied work spanning safety systems, risk management, injury management and employee wellbeing.
• Opportunities to lead practical improvements and strengthen our safety culture.
• Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.

Aspen Medical values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from diverse cultural backgrounds. We also welcome applications from ADF veterans with relevant experience.

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