NFP | Permanent Full-Time | Animal Welfare League of Queensland

Located in Coombabah on the Gold Coast, with travel to other AWLQ sites across South East Queensland.

About Us At Animal Welfare League of Queensland (AWLQ), our vision is for every companion animal to have a safe and caring environment where their needs are met. We are driven by a commitment to

integrity ,

compassion ,

innovation , and

optimism . As a leader in the animal welfare sector, we're dedicated to a brighter future for both animals and our community.

The Opportunity Reporting to the Head of Human Resources, our new

Safety and Wellness Manager

will be the driving force behind a proactive safety culture at AWLQ. This is the first dedicated safety and wellness role in the organisation, so you'll be shaping it from the ground up: leading our WHS strategy, coaching managers across every site, and building the systems that protect our people while they protect our animals. If you're a safety leader who can influence, collaborate and bring people with you, this is a genuine opportunity to make your mark.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Governance and Systems Leadership:

Spearhead the development and continuous improvement of the AWLQ Work Health & Safety Strategy and Management System, ensuring full compliance with legislation and industry standards.

Culture and Capability Building:

Design and drive organisation-wide training frameworks, awareness campaigns, and WHS committee initiatives that foster proactive worker consultation, safety consciousness, and leadership coaching.

Enterprise Risk and Analytics:





Own high-level risk identification frameworks and leverage data-driven reporting suites, dashboards, and predictive analytics to monitor KPIs and inform executive decision-making.

Compliance, Auditing and Assurance: Direct internal audit programs and proactive risk assessment initiatives, partnering with line management to implement robust, enterprise-wide control measures.

Organisational Resilience and Integration:

Guide overarching emergency planning, high-level incident governance, and strategic alignment with injury prevention, rehabilitation, and workplace agreements.

Essential Skills and Attributes

Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Work Health & Safety, or equivalent skilled experience.

Fire Safety Advisor Qualification

Demonstrated experience in a WHS leadership role, ideally five years or more

Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, regulation and Codes of Practice

Excellent communication, advisory, negotiation, and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and WHS management software systems

A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel regularly across SEQ (fleet vehicle provided)

Experience in the not-for-profit sector

We Offer

Fleet vehicle for site travel

Discounts on veterinary services

Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The chance to build a safety function from the ground up, with genuine executive support

Equity Diversity and inclusion are the principles guiding how we build our teams, cultivate our leaders and build a culture of belonging where differences are valued.

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📌 Safety and Wellness Manager (Gold Coast)
🏢 Animal Welfare League Qld
📍 Gold Coast