WHS Business Partner

The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council their partners and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the Citys future and ensure it is culturally socially environmentally and economically sustainable.

About the role

The purpose of this role is to support the development and maintenance of a safe work environment by applying WHS skills and knowledge of the WHS evidence base to develop implement and evaluate WHS approaches and programs.

This role will strategically partner with business leaders and stakeholders supporting them with specialist advice and knowledge manage strategic WHS projects and initiatives and ensure effective design and execution of the Safety Management System.

On a daily basis you will:

• Develop and implement WHS plans and programs that align with the Safety Management System and broader organisational strategy.
• Partner with business leaders to identify WHS priorities and deliver tailored solutions that address operational risks.
• Lead the implementation of StateCover self-audit action plans and organisation-wide WHS risk register reviews.
• Design and manage WHS critical controls assurance programs to strengthen risk mitigation.
• Conduct complex risk assessments and coach stakeholders in quality risk management practices.
• Lead investigations into workplace incidents ensuring robust root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Coordinate hazard identification inspections job hazard analyses and safety observations.
• Support the development of Safe Systems of Work including SWMS SOPs and work instructions.
• Facilitate WHS consultative mechanisms and liaise with external authorities on WHS matters.
• Deliver WHS training and inductions and support the identification and fulfilment of training needs.
• Mentor WHS committee members supervisors and managers to build capability and accountability.
• Drive safety culture initiatives and partner with leaders to improve safety performance.
• Ensure timely reporting of hazards and incidents in line with organisational and legislative requirements.
• Maintain WHS records and manage WHS information systems to support data-driven decision-making.
• Analyse and report on injury and illness statistics to inform continuous improvement.
• Promote ethical conduct equity and inclusion in all aspects of WHS practice.

About You

The successful candidate will bring a strong foundation in WHS principles strategic thinking and stakeholder engagement. You will demonstrate:

• Proven experience in the design and implementation of Safety Management System processes and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to develop practical solutions to complex WHS challenges.
• Contemporary knowledge of WHS legislation industry trends and best practice approaches.
• Ability to interpret and apply WHS legislation to meet operational and strategic business needs.
• Experience in managing WHS projects and delivering training programs across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Advanced incident investigation skills including root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
• Demonstrated capability in conducting risk assessments for complex tasks and environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and engage at all levels.
• Commitment to ethical practice customer service excellence and continuous improvement.

You will also bring the following qualifications and skills to the role:

Qualifications (Level)

• Tertiary qualifications in WHS
• Class C Driver Licence
• First Aid Certificate (including annual CPR refresher)
• Completed training in WHS Auditing and WHS Incident & Investigation Management

Skills

• Ability to develop and maintain effective workplace relationships
• Strong stakeholder influencing and management skills
• Ability to work in a team to achieve agreed outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to successfully implement change management programs from a WHS perspective

Whats on offer
We are offering an attractive remuneration from $138124.81 to $152133.01 plus 12% superannuation.

In addition City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include:

• A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door discounted parking)
• Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time 3 additional leave days at Christmas 15 days sick/personal leave 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport flu shots etc.)

Want to know more

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description.

Review our Values Flyer which outlines Councils core values and behaviours.

Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Paul Willingham onor email .

How to apply

Candidates MUST apply online.

Optional: Please attach a Cover Letter addressing the requirements of this role.

Applications close 9pm Friday 18th July 2025and will not be accepted through any other medium.

Prohibited persons as defined under the NSW Child Protection Act are not eligible to apply. A copy of a valid Working with Children Clearance must be presented at Interview.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check. A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.

The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result.

Inclusion Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills experiences and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages people with disability Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples women ADF veterans LGBTIQA and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.