Principal WHS Governance & Assurance Lead
Job no:
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Work type:
Permanent Full time
Location:
Hobart
Categories:
Health & Safety
About the role
Reporting to the Head of Workplace Health and Safety, you will provide specialist leadership across WHS governance, assurance and management systems.
You will connect regulatory requirements, strategic and operational insights to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
Working collaboratively across the business, and with regulators and industry peers, you will help clarify priorities, identify opportunities for improvement and keep our approach focussed on the risks that matter most.
Competitive compensation including electricity discount
Adaptable working options available such as a 9-day fortnight - tailored to suit your lifestyle and your team's needs
Access to Fleet vehicles to support your travel across Tasmania where required
Unique leave options, including 15 weeks paid parental leave, Public Holiday Substitution, Zero debit Sick Leave and School Holiday Rebate.
Access to Fitness Passport, Private Health Discounts and Health and Wellness Consults.
Key responsibilities
Lead WHS governance and management-system arrangements
Provide clear, practical advice to senior and executive leaders
Maintain legislative, regulatory and management-system alignment
Influence sustainable safety and wellbeing improvements
Help leaders and teams understand their WHS accountabilities
Significant experience in WHS leadership, governance, assurance and management systems
Sound judgement navigating ambiguity and competing priorities
Strong and effective communication skills including abilities providing clear and practical advice when there isn't a clear path forward




Strong stakeholder engagement skills with experience advising and influencing senior and executive leaders
Experience interpreting legal, regulatory and assurance requirements into practical solutions
High emotional intelligence including confidence to respectfully challenge assumptions and raise difficult issues
Demonstrated capabilities in auditing, data interpretation, critical-risk verification and reporting
Strategic and systems thinking supported by a grounded approach to implementation
Even if you don't meet these criteria 100%, we still want to hear from you!
About the company
Hydro Tasmania has been powering Tasmania for over 100 years and is now Australia's largest renewable energy generator.
We operate 30 hydropower stations and major dams that deliver clean, reliable energy across the State.
Our story is built on engineering expertise, innovation and strong community connection.
Over decades, we've expanded and modernised our hydropower system to meet Tasmania's growing energy needs and support a cleaner, more resilient energy future.
Our people are central to everything we do.
We're committed to an inclusive, flexible and equitable workplace, welcoming applications from all members of the community.
Flexible working options are available for every role, and our recruitment is merit-based to ensure fairness and diversity.
Hydro Tasmania is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience.
If you require adjustments or accommodation during any stage of the process, please let us know.
For more information, or to discuss your needs confidentially, reach out to
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Recruitment agencies: we respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage
Advertised:
30 Sep **** Tasmania Standard Time
Applications close:
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📌 Principal Whs Governance & Assurance Lead (Hobart)
🏢 Hydro Tasmania
📍 Hobart