Manager, Safety Specialists
Manager, Safety Specialists
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Job Description
- Lead UWAs specialist safety programs across engineering chemical radiation and emergency domains.
- Coach and guide academic and professional leaders on proactive risk and safety management.
- Full-time appointment fixed term 20/10/2025 - 12/02/2027.
- Base salary range: $129497 $137029 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
UWAs Health Safety and Wellbeing Directorate leads the development and implementation of strategic health and safety initiatives across the University. The team supports staff students and stakeholders in maintaining a safe healthy and compliant work and study environment aligned with the Work Health and Safety Act 2020. This role sits within a specialist unit responsible for key risk domains including engineering diving and boating radiation chemical management and emergency preparedness.
About the opportunity
- Lead a team of WHS specialists to implement and audit UWAs Safety Management System across complex high-risk disciplines.
- Provide expert advice and training to academic and professional stakeholders to foster a culture of proactive risk management.
- Build and maintain pragmatic partnerships to embed safety into day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
About you
- Relevant tertiary qualification in occupational safety science engineering or similar or demonstrated equivalent experience.
- Extensive experience leading safety teams and managing complex WHS issues across high-risk environments.
- Strong stakeholder engagement coaching and communication skills with proven ability to influence across academic and operational units.
- Knowledge and experience in developing safety management systems risk registers emergency planning and incident investigation.
- Ability to manage WHS audits drive continuous improvement and oversee specialist areas such as radiation chemical or diving safety.
Special Requirements
- Current C class drivers licence.
- Occasional travel and after-hours work may be required.
- WHS Lead Auditor ICAM/TapRoot and Training & Assessment qualifications are desirable.
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To learn more about this opportunity please contact Justin Gauder Director Health Safety & Wellbeing at .
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday 19 June 2025
This position is only open to Current UWA staff.
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record vibrant campus and working environments there is no better time to join Western Australias top university.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people women those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds the LGBTIQA community and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
If you have questions contact the person listed in the ad or email with the 6-digit job reference number.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
