About the role
The General Manager People and Safety is a key member of the Executive Management Team, contributing to strategic planning, organisational performance, governance, risk management and cultural leadership across Adelaide Cemeteries.
The role is responsible for developing and implementing contemporary people and safety strategies that support organisational performance, workforce capability, employee wellbeing and legislative compliance.
The role will lead the organisation's approach to operating procedure governance and quality management, engaging leaders and stakeholders to embed consistent ways of working, promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement, and ensure alignment with organisational objectives, safety requirements and regulatory obligations.
The Job and Person Specification is available on our website:
Key responsibilities
Develop and deliver a People and Safety Strategy aligned to the Strategic Business Plan
Provide strategic advice to the CEO, Board and Executive Team on workforce, culture, leadership and safety matters
Lead organisational transformation initiatives that enhance culture, capability and business performance
Lead the development and implementation of contemporary human resource strategies, policies and frameworks
Oversee workforce planning and succession planning initiatives
Provide executive leadership for the organisation's WHS framework and safety management systems
Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, regulations and codes of practice
Develop and implement a comprehensive employee wellbeing strategy




Lead learning and development strategies that support organisational objectives
Lead, coach and develop members of the People and Safety team
About you
Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Work Health Safety, Organisational Development, Business, Psychology, Safety, Industrial Relations or related discipline
MBA or Postgraduate qualification in Leadership, Organisational Development or Human Resource Management, or Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field or significant executive leadership experience
Demonstrated executive leadership experience in people, culture and safety functions
Proven ability to contribute to organisational strategy and business performance
Experience leading organisational transformation and change initiatives
Extensive experience across workforce planning, talent management, organisational development, employee relations and performance management
Demonstrated experience leading organisational WHS strategies and safety management systems
Sound knowledge of WHS legislation, regulations and risk management principles
Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
Experience managing budgets and resources
About us
Adelaide Cemeteries fulfils a special role within our communities.
At our heart, we provide essential services and information to help people navigate one of life's most significant and challenging events.
Our Organisational Values express what Adelaide Cemeteries stands for, the way we present ourselves and our cemeteries, how we work together, make decisions and most importantly, how we treat our customers.

📌 General Manager, People And Safety (Adelaide)
🏢 Adelaide Cemeteries Authority
📍 Adelaide