Senior Advisor, Safety and Risk ManagementClerk Grade: 9/10 Temporary up to 12 months and talent pool to be created for future ongoing rolesLocation: 4PSQ Parramatta or Gosford or Sydney McKell (travel required between these locations)Salary Range: $120,859 to $133,183 p.base salary + superPeople Services, People & Culture, Department of Customer ServiceAbout the Opportunity:The People & Culture Division at the Department of Customer Service has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Advisor, Work Health Safety Management System, Programs and Delivery to join our high-performing and progressive Safety & Risk Management team.This is a great opportunity to work collaboratively within a centralised People Services Centre of Expertise function, in which you will conduct a range of activities including:Support the implementation and management of the work health and safety management system (WHSMS) to drive the continuous improvement of health and safety.Contribute to the analysis of WHS performance and support the development and implementation of risk management strategies and overall program review to support a proactive approach to hazard and incident prevention strategies.Provide strategic expert WHS advice and support to senior leaders across the Department and WHS Committees, Health and Safety Representatives and other groups.Provide information and advice to support managers in meeting their responsibilities related to work health and safety, injury management and workers compensation matters.Maintain a sound understanding of individual business risks, its challenges, and objectives and develop strong client and team relationships to ensure initiatives are effectively integrated into the organization's plans and priorities and meeting customer requirements.Work collaboratively with your peers to embed modern and agile ways of working to deliver a world-class people and culture function and create great employee experiences.Your day-to-day:Your responsibilities will include the implementation and delivery of the WHS management system and procedures, management of hazards/incidents, assisting managers and supervisors with relevant reviews and risk assessments, providing support to workers, WHS Committees and work groups, and assisting in the implementation of risk identification and control strategies for specific activities. Deliver and present WHS performance reports and insights on a regular basis to executives and senior leaders while embedding a strong risk-management focused approach. Lead and develop a team of safety professionals.About You:To be successful in this role you will possess a great blend of skills, including:Previous experience in a work health and safety role, ideally within a government or large organisation.Strong knowledge and understanding of work health and safety legislation and regulations in New South Wales with a familiarity of international standards.Demonstrated experience in managing WHS compliance.Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Proficiency in WHS management software and reporting tools.A collaborative and proactive approach with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and also work independently.A customer-centric and growth mindset with great communication and stakeholder engagement skills.Experience with continuous improvement activities to deliver business outcomes.We support and promote flexible working options and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and regional NSW locations to apply.Looking for more information?Why not reach out to Georgina Madigan, Associate Director, Safety and Risk Management, via email ****** to learn more about this incredible opportunity.Your application should include an up-to-date CV and cover letter which clearly details your relevant skills and experience for this position and your response to the below targeted question:Targeted Question: (no more than one page response for both questions)How do you evaluate the effectiveness of a WHS management system?What strategies do you use to identify potential hazards in the workplace?Salary Grade 9/10, with the base salary for this role starting at $120,859 base plus superannuation.Closing Date: Thursday, November 28th, 2024 at 10:00 amCareers at Department of Customer ServiceA career at the Department of Customer Service (DCS) gives you the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reform that benefits people across NSW. We are focused on delivering excellent customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform. Come join us and influence the future of our great state.Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplaceThe strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives.We want you to bring your best self to this application process. If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form) please contact ****** or 02 9494 8351.
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