Talent Pool – Senior Stakeholder Engagement Advisor
SafeWork NSW
Join SafeWork NSW and make a real difference in workplace safety across the state
Clerk Grade 9/10 with a salary range of $129,464 - $142,665 + superannuation and leave loading
Talent Pool Recruitment (Full Time & Part Time, Temporary and Ongoing roles)
This Talent Pool is being created for future Ongoing or Temporary roles that may arise over the next 18 months.
Drive meaningful partnerships.
Amplify voices.
Shape a safer future for NSW.
SafeWork NSW is building a modern, proactive and people‐centred regulatory system, one where the voices of workers, industry, unions and communities meaningfully shape safety outcomes.
Our Senior Stakeholder Engagement Advisors play a pivotal strategic role in strengthening those relationships and embedding consistent, high‐impact engagement across the organisation.
We are currently looking to build our Talent Pool of seasoned engagement practitioners who thrive on influence, collaboration, and elevating the lived experience of the people we serve.
About the team
We lead the delivery and implementation of SafeWork's Stakeholder Engagement Framework, a cornerstone in achieving the SafeWork Strategic Plan *********.
By guiding best‐practice engagement across the organisation, we help ensure SafeWork is recognised as a coordinated, credible and trusted regulator.
We also provide expert, strategic advice to senior leaders, supporting and developing capability across the team.
Our Stakeholder Engagement team acts as the central engine for:
Providing strategic advice and direction to teams on external stakeholder engagement
Driving consistent, high‐quality stakeholder engagement practice across SafeWork
Partnering closely with unions, HSRs, injured workers and their families
Delivering agency‐wide forums, and events




Reporting and insights on stakeholder engagement performance
As Senior Stakeholder Advisor, you will:
Lead the development and delivery of SafeWork's strategic stakeholder engagement activities
Provide strategic advice and insights to the Manager and Director to strengthen SafeWork's reputation and coordination
Oversee stakeholder mapping, analysis and tailored engagement planning
Build and strengthen relationships across government, unions, industry, community groups and lived‐experience partners
Identify emerging issues, risks and opportunities for improved engagement
Develop contemporary tools, training and platforms that uplift SafeWork's engagement capability
Support engagement for major regulatory initiatives, events and cross‐agency forums
Mentor and lead a small team to achieve shared outcomes
Key attributes we're looking for
Demonstrated experience leading strategic stakeholder engagement in complex organisations
Strong capability in stakeholder mapping, analysis and insight generation
Comfort and skill using new technologies, digital platforms and emerging tools for engagement
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship‐building skills
Collaborative, cross‐functional working style with the ability to partner across diverse internal and external groups
Strategic thinking, sound judgment and high emotional intelligence
Experience leading and developing people or small teams
Excellent written and verbal communication
What's in it for you




Being part of a team where your work directly shapes the safety and wellbeing of workers across NSW
A supportive leadership team that values innovation, curiosity and continuous improvement
Scope to influence statewide practice and contribute to meaningful sector change
Qualified growth through exposure to high‐profile policy, regulatory and operational initiatives
View the
Role Description here.
How to apply
To apply for this Talent Pool, please submit:
A cover letter (maximum two pages)
outlining your motivation for applying and demonstrating how your skills and experience align with the key requirements of the role.
A current resume (maximum five pages)
detailing your relevant experience and achievements.
If you have any questions about the role or the recruitment process, please contact Shae Hunter via
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Applications close: Monday 9
th
March ****
Placement in the Talent Pool remains valid for 18 months.
There is no guarantee of employment as a result of this Talent Pool.
Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace
The 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.
You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement
here
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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 Shae Hunter via
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