The key duties of the position include The Role The Joint Capabilities Group (JCG) mission is to prepare Space and Cyber Power, and Logistics capabilities, in order to enable the integrated force in competition and conflict. In doing so, we understand the importance of investing in and supporting our workforce, fostering a culture of excellence, well-being, and providing the necessary training and resources to excel.
To support this, we are seeking a Director of Work Health and Safety for the JCG Headquarters who will lead a small dedicated team in providing Chief of Joint Capabilities (CJC) and other JCG Senior Leaders with strategic Work Health and Safety advice. As part of the core leadership team, the Director Work Health and Safety is a pivotal role requiring strategic vision, exceptional stakeholder engagement skills and extensive knowledge of legislative frameworks.
About our Team The Work Health and Safety Directorate is part of the JCG Headquarters. The Directorate's primary role is to provide CJC as Domain Lead for Space and Cyber, and Defence Lead for National Support and Information Operations with strategic Work Health and Safety advice. The Directorate also provides advice and support to the Work Health and Safety and Governance staff embedded within seven Functional Commands and is accountable for the JCG Work Health and Safety governance arrangements, assurance program and for developing and sustaining the JCG Safety Management System.
JCG is an integrated workforce made up of personnel of the Australian Defence Force (ADF), Australian Public Service (APS) and industry partners. As an Australian Public Servant in Defence, you will be supported in balancing work and family priorities, with opportunities for professional growth and development.
Our Ideal Candidate We are seeking a motivated and high performing Director who demonstrates professionalism through diverse experience and perspectives.
Our ideal candidate will:
Cultivate productive and collaborative relationships, deliver quality outputs and achieve results within defined timeframes Engage with a broad range of stakeholders both within and external to JCG and Defence Demonstrate communication skills to engage effectively with senior stakeholders, internal and external to JCG and Defence Provide strong leadership and direction to identify risks and develop strategies to resolve work health and safety issues Have extensive knowledge of legislative frameworks, government decision-making processes and policy requirements Have qualifications and/or experience in Work Health and Safety, System Safety or other related discipline Demonstrate good interpersonal skills to foster and promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture that sets and example and aligns with Defence values Have passion to advance Work Health and Safety outcomes to the advantage of Australia's national security. #J-18808-Ljbffr