Senior Manager, Safety Governance, Quality and Systems
Senior Manager, Safety Governance, Quality and Systems
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Job Description
- Champion a culture of safety compliance and continuous improvement.
- Make a strategic impact across the entire institution.
- Be part of a valuesdriven peoplefirst environment.
We are seeking an experienced and forwardthinking Senior Manager Safety Governance Quality and Systems to lead the strategic delivery of health safety and wellbeing frameworks that protect and support our vibrant university community.
In this pivotal leadership role you will be responsible for the development implementation and continuous improvement of robust health and safety strategies policies and governance systems. Your work will ensure a safe compliant and supportive environment for our students staff and visitors aligned with the Universitys Wellbeing Health and Safety Strategy.
What youll do
- Drive the successful delivery of strategic health and safety projects balancing complex priorities and competing deadlines.
- Oversee the health safety and wellbeing governance framework ensuring strong governance structures and accountability.
- Develop review and enhance policies and procedures to ensure legislative compliance and best practice standards.
- Collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders including students professional staff academics and subject matter experts.
- Provide guidance and leadership to a small highperforming team fostering an environment of integrity collaboration and continuous improvement.
This is an outstanding opportunity to play a key role in shaping a safe and supportive university environment. If youre ready to lead with purpose and impact wed love to hear from you.
About you
Youre an influential leader who thrives in complex environments. You bring a proactive and systemsoriented approach to governance quality and compliance along with strong interpersonal skills that allow you to engage meaningfully across a broad range of stakeholders. You will also bring:
- Demonstrated success in managing complex operations and delivering largescale strategic initiatives.
- A strong understanding of legislative frameworks compliance obligations and governance systems.
- The ability to lead and motivate teams delegate effectively and deliver results under pressure.
- Experience in writing and implementing policies and procedures in a large multifaceted organisation.
- Proven ability to build trusted relationships and navigate diverse working styles and perspectives.
This continuing position is full time at a HEW9 Higher Education Level located at Callaghan Campus.
About our University
The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a worldleading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence equity engagement and sustainability the University of Newcastles Looking Ahead Strategic Planoutlines the Universitys commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.
For more information click here Our Uni.
About the Unit
This role sits within the Health Safety & Wellbeing (HSW) team in the Human Resource Services (HRS) unit within the Resources Division. As a Senior Manager you will lead the charge in implementing best practice governance frameworks quality and health and safety management systems
What we offer
In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments stay healthy and work effectively.
These include:
- The remuneration for this position isprorated from$136030$ 145745 p.a. superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience
- Flexible working arrangements (in line with the Universitys Flexible Work Policy
- 17% super and salary packaging
- Additional University Holiday days generous personal leave and parental leave annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme
- Discounts in private health insurance gym memberships software travel and more
- Wellbeing programs
Your next steps
Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role.
If viewing this on a job board other than the Universitys please click Apply to reach the Universitys website where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application.
Your application must include:
- Your resume
- A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
- A statement addressing the Essential Criteria outlined in the job description
To ensure that your application receives full consideration its important to structure and address the selection criteria outlined in the application process. This helps us better understand your experience and suitability for the role. We appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to reviewing your application.
Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.
Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2000 words).
For specific position enquiries please contact Megan Clark Associate Director Wellbeing Health and Safety on (02)or via email
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Closing date: Thursday 15th May2025 11:59pm AEST
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Required Experience:
Senior Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
