Senior Risk and Assurance Coordinator

Department of Industry; Newcastle; On-site; ZAR 1 445 000 - 1 594 000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in South Africa is seeking a Senior Risk and Assurance Coordinator to lead WHS risk management and safety assurance programs. The role includes driving risk management frameworks, empowering staff through training, and conducting assurance activities. Essential qualifications include a background in Work Health and Safety, and strong communication skills. The position is full-time, with a salary range between $129,464 and $142,665.

Qualifications

• Proactive safety professional with a strong track record in WHS systems.
• Experience in auditing, training, and developing robust processes.

Responsibilities

• Drive the success of risk management and safety assurance frameworks.
• Lead auditing and reporting processes to keep the executive team informed.
• Empower staff through training and upskilling.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement.
• Conduct assurance activities and identify gaps.

Skills

Expert knowledge of WHS legislation

Auditing expertise

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Analytical thinking

Proven ability to write high-quality government documents

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Work Health and Safety or related discipline

Job description

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW

Working to protect the states environment and heritage.

• Be part of an experienced and friendly health safety and wellbeing team that support a diverse department
• Ongoing full-time opportunity
• DCCEEW NSW official locations considered hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $129464 to $142665 super

The Senior Risk and Assurance Coordinator will lead the implementation of the departments WHS risk management and safety assurance programs which are applied under the DCCEEW safety management system.

In this role you will :

• Drive the success of our risk management and safety assurance frameworks ensuring theyre always up-to-date and effective.
• Lead auditing and reporting processes that keep our executive team informed and confident in our safety performance.
• Empower staff through training and upskilling making safety second nature across the division.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and proactive safety practices.
• Be a key source of expertise for work health and safety advice helping teams navigate policies and access the tools they need to work safely.
• Conduct assurance activities identify gaps and guide corrective actions to keep standards high.
• Deliver accurate timely insights on system performance and safety outcomes to leadership.

About You

Youre a proactive safety professional with a strong track record in implementing and maintaining work health and safety or safety assurance systems. You thrive on driving continuous improvement and have hands‑on experience in auditing training and developing robust processes that make a real impact.

Your toolkit includes :

• Expert knowledge of WHS legislation and practical application plus familiarity with safety management standards like ISO 45001.
• Auditing expertise from creating audit tools and schedules to conducting audits analysing findings and delivering clear actionable reports to senior leaders.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills enabling you to negotiate priorities and engage diverse teams effectively.
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail ensuring accuracy in everything from risk assessments to reporting.
• Proven ability to write high-quality government documents including procedures reports and briefing notes with minimal supervision.

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in Work Health and Safety or related discipline and / or relevant experience
• Current drivers licence and the ability to travel to client locations across NSW.

For more information read the full Role Description : Senior Risk and Assurance Coordinator

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water(DCCEEW) works to protect the states 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 states 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.

To Apply

If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Please also note to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Applications close Monday 1 st December at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Jodi Gates via or

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

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.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• How we encourage and support people with disability
• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

If you require an adjustment for your application process please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing or contacting Jessica Smith on(please mention reference number 546453).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at for a yarn.

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Required Experience : Senior IC

Key Skills

Quality Assurance,FDA Regulations,Data Collection,Food Industry,ICH Q7,ISO 9001,Hospice Care,Food Processing,Quality Management,cGMP,QA / QC,HACCP

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 129464 - 142665