Head of Safety and Risk
Head of Safety and Risk
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Job Description
CatholicCare Tasmania is the primary social services agency of the Catholic Church across Tasmania. We have 60 years experience delivering a wide range of services and support to improve individual family and community wellbeing. Our services are available and open to all with a particular focus on families young people and children.
CatholicCare Tasmania is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Safety and Risk to join our senior leadership team. This pivotal role is responsible for shaping and leading our organisation-wide approach to safety risk and governanceensuring the wellbeing of our people and the integrity of our operations.
As the Head of Safety and Risk you will provide strategic oversight and operational leadership across Work Health and Safety (WHS) organisational risk governance and business continuity. You will champion a proactive risk culture ensure compliance with legislative and accreditation standards and support the CEO and Board with expert insights and reporting.
This is a rare opportunity to influence safety and risk outcomes at a strategic level while working collaboratively across all levels of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of integrated frameworks for WHS risk and business continuity.
- Maintain and manage the corporate Risk Register and incident reporting systems.
- Provide expert advice and reporting to the CEO Board and Sub-Committees.
- Ensure compliance with WHS legislation and drive continuous improvement in safety practices.
- Oversee governance policy development and accreditation processes.
- Lead and develop a high-performing Safety and Risk personal.
What you will bring
- Proven experience in a senior safety risk or governance role.
- Deep knowledge of WHS legislation risk management frameworks and compliance standards.
- Strong leadership and ability to target language to influence and engage a wide range of stakeholders
- Strategic thinking with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
- A collaborative mindset and a passion for building a culture of safety and accountability.
What we offer
- Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay
- Four (4) bonus leave days per year
- Discounted private health insurance
- Be part of a leading NFP organisation committed to compassion service and community well-being
Applications close: Friday 5 September
For a confidential conversation or for more information regarding the role please contact: Julia Mangan on
CatholicCare Tasmania is committed to safeguarding the interests of children and young people. We are committed to protecting children and young people from harm and require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
CatholicCare Tasmania is an equal employment opportunity employer and promotes and supports a family friendly workplace. The successful applicant must be eligible to work in Australia and will need to evidence their registration to Work with Vulnerable People and Police Check as part of the recruitment process.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
