Job Description
About Them
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Likely Melbourne's most iconic events precinct, they describe their culture as a relationship-based, and an organisation constantly evolving its experiences, spaces and people. The team work across a wide range of industries, and works collaboratively with all areas of the business to showcase and host a range of vibrant events.
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The Opportunity
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Reporting to the Senior Manager – Risk, the Risk & Safety Specialist will support health and safety across day-to-day operations and a diverse calendar of events.
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This is a hands-on and varied role where you will be visible on the ground, working closely with Operations, contractors and stakeholders to identify and manage risks and provide practical safety advice.
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This is an opportunity to gain exposure across a fast-moving and genuinely compelling operational environment.
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You will:
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Conduct site inspections, audits and incident investigations
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Support the ongoing improvement of safety systems, policies and procedures
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Manage and engage with contractors, including monitoring high-risk work
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Support contractor inductions, safety training and capability development
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Identify risks and ensure appropriate controls and corrective actions are implemented
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About You
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You are a practical and engaging safety professional who enjoys being out on the ground and working directly with people. You can build trust quickly, communicate confidently with a broad range of stakeholders and take a collaborative rather than purely compliance-driven approach.
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You will bring:
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Relevant health and safety experience within an operational environment
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Solid communication and relationship-building skills
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Contractor management experience
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Exposure to incident investigations, audits, inspections and risk management
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A proactive, adaptable and hands‐on approach
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Flexibility & Benefits
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The organisation offers flexible working arrangements where operational requirements allow, alongside five weeks' annual leave and additional time-in-lieu for weekend work completed.
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Due to the nature of the organisation, occasional work outside standard business hours will be required to support events.
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📌 Risk And Safety Specialist (Victoria)
🏢 The Safe Step
📍 Victoria