Job Description
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We are seeking an experienced, relationship-driven
Senior Safety & Wellbeing Partner
to join a respected Not-for-Profit Aged Care & Community Services provider.
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Reporting directly to the Head of Safety & Wellbeing, this role moves beyond top-down compliance. You will act as a trusted advisor to clinical leaders, site managers, and operational teams, translating safety metrics into practical prevention strategies and fostering a psychologically safe, high-performing culture across multi-site environments.
Key Responsibilities n
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Consultative Business Partnering:
Coach and influence operational leaders and clinical managers to take ownership of workplace health, safety, and psychosocial risks through open dialogue and cooperative problem-solving.
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Psychosocial Risk Management:
Lead the rollout and ongoing management of a proactive psychosocial safety framework, manage corrective actions from recent workforce surveys, and integrate risk indicators across site teams.
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Compliance & Audit Program:
Conduct robust WHS management system audits incorporating desktop reviews, staff interviews, and site observations to strengthen risk controls and regulatory compliance.
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Safety Intelligence & Trend Analysis:
Analyse incident data, hazard reports, and injury mechanisms to deliver actionable safety intelligence and trend commentary for executive leadership and governance committees.
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Leadership & Capability Building:




Design and deliver engaging in-person leadership training, hazard awareness sessions, and holistic employee wellbeing initiatives.
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About You n
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Experience:
5–7+ years of practical WHS experience, ideally within Aged Care, Healthcare, Community Services, or high-touch multi-site operational environments.
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Interpersonal Approach:
Exceptional consultative and relationship-building skills with a proven track record of influencing clinical or operational stakeholders through empathy, coaching, and business acumen rather than rigid policy enforcement.
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Technical Strengths:
Solid exposure to WHS management system auditing, psychosocial risk frameworks, and incident investigation methodologies.
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Mobility:
Willingness to undertake site visits across metro and regional locations (minimum 2 days/week partnering onsite; all travel, mileage, and tolls fully reimbursed).
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Qualifications:
Diploma/Degree in WHS or related discipline; Lead Auditor or
Psychosocial/Mental
Health training is highly desirable.
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What's on Offer n
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Competitive base salary ($130k–$140k) plus superannuation and NFP Salary Packaging.
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Convenient Western Sydney hub office close to public transport, combined with flexible site-based work arrangements.
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Comprehensive travel reimbursement program covering fuel, mileage, and tolls.
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The opportunity to drive meaningful culture change in a supportive, values-driven environment.
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📌 Safety Specialist (New South Wales)
🏢 People & Purpose
📍 New South Wales