About the Company & Role
Our client is a globally recognised Government Nuclear Science & Technology Facility and one of Australia's most significant scientific and manufacturing organisations. Operating from a state-of-the‐art facility in Sydney, the organisation manufactures critical radiopharmaceutical and radiochemical products that support hundreds of thousands of patients each year while maintaining compliance with GMP, TGA, ISO **** and radiation safety requirements. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly respected organisation known for its advanced manufacturing capabilities, scientific innovation, commitment to safety, operational excellence and continuous improvement.
As a Senior Safety Manager, you'll report directly to the General Manager of Nuclear Medicine, leading the Safety function within a complex, high‐hazard manufacturing environment. This executive‐level role is responsible for driving safety strategy, risk management, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement while leading a dedicated Safety team and partnering with senior operational leaders across the business.
Note: Applications for this role are only accepted from Australian Citizens. Successful applicants must be able to obtain and maintain Security Clearance.
Duties
Lead the Nuclear Medicine Safety function and Safety team
Provide strategic safety leadership and implement safety strategies aligned with business objectives
Partner with operational leaders to identify, assess and mitigate safety risks across the business
Lead significant incident investigations, root cause analyses and corrective action programs
Monitor safety performance,



KPIs and critical risk controls, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal requirements
Act as a key interface with regulators, external stakeholders and contractor management programs
Support major projects, commissioning activities and organisational change initiatives
Build safety leadership capability, strengthen risk ownership and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Skills & Experience
Tertiary qualifications in Work Health & Safety, Science, Engineering or a related discipline
Experience in senior safety leadership positions
Experience within high‐hazard industries such as nuclear, radiation, mining, rail, power generation, utilities, chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, oil & gas or similar environments
Demonstrated experience with risk management frameworks, risk advisory and safety governance
Proven experience leading incident investigations and engaging with regulators and senior stakeholders
Experience managing contractors and contractor safety programs
Strong knowledge of GMP, TGA and ISO **** environments - highly regarded
Membership of, or eligibility for, the Australian Institute of Health & Safety (AIHS) - highly regarded
Culture & Benefits
Executive-level leadership role reporting directly to the General Manager
Join a highly respected national research organisation
Long‐term career stability and job security
Exposure to world‐class facilities and advanced technologies
15% superannuation
Annual salary reviews
Versatile working hours
Free on‐site parking
Ongoing training and development opportunities

📌 Senior Safety Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Evolve Scientific
📍 New South Wales