Director Health Safety & Wellbeing

Parramatta - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 28 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW
Working with and coordinating corporate and enabling functions that support our vision of creating thriving environments and communities for every generation.

We actively encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and also welcome job-share arrangements.

Internal expression of interest
3-month full time opportunity
Office location flexible (upon negotiation) across NSW hybrid working supported
Salary relative to experience starting from $231238

DCCEEW is seeking a visionary leader to champion health safety and wellbeing across a diverse and dynamic workforce.

As Director Health Safety and Wellbeing youll lead strategic initiatives that embed wellbeing into the fabric of our organisation. Youll design and implement frameworks that promote physical and psychological safety drive early intervention and support effective injury management and return-to-work outcomes.

This is your opportunity to influence culture shape policy and deliver real change in a department that values innovation collaboration and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development of department-wide health safety and wellbeing strategies
Provide expert advice to senior executives and stakeholders across government
Oversee injury management workplace adjustment and resilience programs
Monitor emerging risks and ensure compliance with WHS legislation
Build high-performing teams and foster a culture of care and accountability

About You

You will have tertiary qualifications in WHS or a related discipline as well as proven experience leading safety and wellbeing functions in complex environments. To be successful you will need a deep knowledge of WHS legislation and behavioural change strategies. Courage resilience and the ability to lead through ambiguity and reform are key.

For more information read the full Role Description: Director Health Safety and Wellbeing

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.

Applications close Sunday 19^th October 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Charlie Heuston

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Do you want your work to make a difference for NSWWorking with and coordinating corporate and enabling functions that support our vision of creating thriving environments and communities for every generation.We actively encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and also welcome job-shar...