Job Title: Associate Director, Work Health Safety and Wellbeing
Location: Location negotiable within Hunter New England Local District
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (Job Share or Part Time arrangements may be considered - 4 days minimum)
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 5
Hours Per Week: 40
Remuneration: $166,678 - $186,448 p.a. + Superannuation
Closing Date: Sunday 26th January 2025
Tentative Interview Date: Friday 7th February 2025
What's on Offer? Impactful Leadership: Take on a high-level management role reporting to the Executive Director of People and Culture, leading and overseeing the Work Health & Safety and Wellbeing function.
Diverse and Exciting Work: Collaborate with a team of experienced subject matter experts in various areas, including:
Work Health and Safety Risk Management Workers Compensation Wellbeing and Resilience Strategic Initiatives and Capability Building: Build team capability through coaching and mentoring, fostering a high-performing culture and leading strategic projects.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive effective change, lead the development and implementation of relevant policies and programs.
What Sets You Apart? We are seeking a motivated leader and experienced people manager to step into a high-profile role within a large, complex organisation. This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while leading teams across diverse areas.
What You'll Bring: Proven Expertise: Extensive experience in a similar role with a strong track record in people management, work health and safety, workers compensation, risk management, and wellbeing. Relevant Background: Tertiary qualifications in Work Health Safety or a related field, or equivalent extensive experience in a senior WHS, Human Resource Management, or Industrial Relations position. Leadership Excellence: High-level leadership skills and experience in developing WHS, risk management, and staff health and wellbeing capability. Exceptional Skills: Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills and strong analytical and reporting skills. Dedication and Commitment: A commitment to going above and beyond for your team and organisation. Where You'll Be Working: The Hunter New England Local Health District landscape is distinct and unique, incorporating stunning coastlines, mountain ranges, and agricultural plains.
What's in It for You? Step into a transformative role where you'll have the autonomy and challenge to implement best practices within the WH&S and Wellbeing space.
Need more information? For more information about this opportunity, please reach out to Jane Street, Executive Director People and Culture at For application queries, contact Gabby Suarez, Senior Recruitment Officer at
An eligibility list will be created for future vacancies. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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