Lead the charge in building a safety-first culture in a vibrant community. Utilise your expertise to drive compliance and implement effective safety frameworks. Enjoy a supportive work environment with a focus on professional development and community engagement. Competitive salary starting from $149,000 and a comprehensive benefits package to enhance your work-life balance. About the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder is a vibrant regional centre known for its rich history and dynamic community spirit. Covering an impressive 95,000 km², it is home to over 30,000 residents and offers a range of contemporary community facilities and programmes. The City actively invests in local grants, hosts exceptional events, and strives to create a safe, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment for its citizens. As part of a diverse team of more than 400 employees, you will contribute to a thriving organisation making a significant impact across the community and beyond.
About the Opportunity The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder is seeking a dedicated Work Health & Safety Manager, on a 2-year fixed-term contract based in Kalgoorlie-Boulder, WA. Reporting to the Executive Manager of People and Culture, you will lead the transformation and embed a strong safety culture within our organisation. This role is pivotal in designing, implementing, and maintaining the safety frameworks that support a thriving workplace.
Your key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Developing and embedding a comprehensive safety culture with clear metrics for success. Leading the review and completion of key actions from the 2024 LGIS audit within agreed timeframes. Creating and delivering the 2025–2026 WHS Plan to advance safety initiatives, including psychosocial safety measures. Designing, embedding, and maintaining standard operating procedures, tools, and training for consistent WHS compliance. Coaching and upskilling managers and coordinators to enhance workplace health and safety competencies. Preparing detailed risk and audit reports for senior leadership and introducing enhanced WHS reporting tools. Collaborating with stakeholders to ensure safety frameworks align with legislative and organisational goals. About You We are seeking an experienced and passionate professional who embodies a commitment to Work Health and Safety. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience and a proven track record in implementing safety frameworks and enhancing workplace safety culture.
Minimum of 10 years experience in dedicated work health and safety roles, particularly in multi-employer environments. 3 years of management or leadership experience. Strong background in developing and embedding WHS procedures, tools, and guidelines. Successful history of delivering projects accurately and on time. Experience in fostering and embedding a safety culture within organisations. You should possess excellent communication, relationship building, and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with all levels of the organisation.
You are a collaborative, proactive individual passionate about workplace safety and capable of leading transformative initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact by driving a culture of safety and well-being.
About the Benefits The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder offers a competitive salary starting from $149,000, plus super, negotiable based on qualifications and experience along with excellent benefits, including:
Relocation allowance for employees moving to the City. Access to temporary housing at reduced rental rates for up to eight weeks for employees moving to the city. Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Comprehensive health and well-being programs, including private health discounts and gym memberships. Professional development opportunities through training, study support, and career progression pathways. Generous leave entitlements, including annual, personal, and parental leave options. Superannuation Co-Matching and Salary Packaging options to increase your take-home pay. Rostered Day Off (RDO) entitlements. $15,000 vehicle allowance paid fortnightly and more! If you are ready to make a significant impact within a supportive community and advance your career in a fulfilling role, we invite you to apply today!
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