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Risk and OHS Manager – Huntingtower School
An outstanding opportunity for an experienced Risk and OHS Manager to lead enterprise risk, workplace health and safety, and emergency management with
Risk and OHS Manager – Huntingtower School
Huntingtower School invites applications for the position of Risk and OHS Manager, a senior operational role providing strategic and practical leadership across enterprise risk management, occupational health and safety, emergency management, and governance.
Reporting to the Director of Business Operations, the Risk and OHS Manager works closely with the Principal, School Executive, senior leaders, and the Board to ensure risk and safety frameworks are robust, embedded, and continuously strengthened across the School.
This role combines strategic oversight with hands‐on implementation, requiring sound judgement, discretion, and strong relationship‐building skills.
The scope of the role extends across all areas of School operations, including teaching and learning spaces, the Health Centre, Performing Arts Centre, Sports and Aquatic Centre, and After‐School Care.
The role reports to the Director of Business Operations.
All positions at the School ultimately report to the Principal.
About Huntingtower School
Huntingtower School is a highly respected independent school located in Mount Waverley, Victoria.
Guided by the motto Nosce te Ipsum ("Know thy true self"), the School is committed to kindness, respect, and excellence in all aspects of school life.




Huntingtower provides an exceptional educational experience supported by strong pastoral care, rich co‐curricular programs, and a deep commitment to student and staff wellbeing.
The School places a strong emphasis on values‐based education and maintaining a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all members of the community.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development, implementation, and review of the School's enterprise risk management framework, including maintenance of the whole‐school Risk Register
Identify, assess, monitor, and report risks to support informed Executive and Board decision‐making
Provide explicit, timely reporting and insights to the Principal, Executive Team, and Board Risk Committee
Support strategic projects including business continuity, disaster recovery planning, and major initiatives
Occupational Health & Safety
Ensure compliance with WHS/OHS legislation and Australian Standards
Chair the School's OHS Committee and promote a culture of continuous improvement
Oversee incident reporting, investigations, corrective actions, and trend analysis
Deliver OHS induction and ongoing training for staff
Emergency Management
Lead the development, implementation, and review of the School's
Emergency Management Plan
Coordinate emergency preparedness, drills, and post‐incident reviews
Act as a key member of the Incident Management Team and liaise with emergency services as required
Child Safety & Wellbeing
Ensure child safety risks are identified, assessed,



recorded, and monitored within risk and assurance frameworks
Contribute to the School's Child Safety Committee from a risk and governance perspective
Support the embedding of a strong, proactive child safe culture
Operational & Advisory Support
Provide practical advice and guidance to staff on risk, safety, and compliance matters
Support risk assessments for excursions, camps, international travel, and major events
Oversee contractor compliance and external facility use in collaboration with senior leaders
Build strong relationships across the School community to promote shared responsibility and trust
About You
You will bring:
Relevant tertiary qualifications in risk management, governance, WHS, business, education, or a related field (postgraduate qualifications highly regarded)
Demonstrated experience managing risk, OHS, and compliance in a complex organisation
Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, Australian Standards, and child safety obligations
Experience advising senior leaders and engaging effectively with Boards or Board committees
Excellent communication, analytical, and relationship‐building skills
A proactive, solutions‐focused approach with sound professional judgement
A strong commitment to child safety, wellbeing, and values‐based practice
Commitment to Child Safety
Huntingtower School is a child safe employer and is committed to providing a culture that ensures the care, protection, and safety of all children and young people.
The School has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to identifying and mitigating risks to student safety.
All staff are required to understand and comply with child safety policies, mandatory reporting obligations, and professional codes of conduct.
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📌 Risk And Ohs Manager – Huntingtower School (Melbourne)
🏢 anzuk Education
📍 Melbourne