Job Details

Full-time, continuing opportunity

Located on Camperdown Campus on Gadigal Country

Base Salary from $117,133 plus 17% superannuation

This is a Targeted Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Position. While we welcome applications from all candidates, this is a targeted role for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates will be assessed as a priority. This Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

About the team

The Health, Safety & Wellbeing (HSW) team plays a critical role in enabling protected, healthy and sustainable ways of working across the University. Through listening, learning and a commitment to continuous improvement, HSW promotes consistent best practice, frameworks and standards across all faculties and business areas. Together, the team helps shape a culture where health, safety and wellbeing are embedded into everyday work, supporting organisational excellence and long-term success.

About the opportunity

As Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor Enablement, you will be responsible for enabling and driving structured coordination, communication and engagement across HSW initiatives to support the effective implementation and adoption of HSW systems, frameworks and programs across the University. The role ensures work is structured, visible and aligned to HSW priorities, translating system changes and organisational requirements into clear, practical communications, training and engagement approaches that enable sustained behavioural and operational change. This role has a strong continuous improvement focus.

- coordinate delivery of HSW initiatives and activities




- drive continuous improvement and enablement across HSW systems, processes and operations
- develop and support communication materials
- coordinate and support stakeholder engagement, learning and change activities
- maintain project documentation and records
- support workshops, training and engagement initiatives
- monitor and triage HSW central mailbox

About you

- tertiary qualifications in communications, business, project management, health and safety or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training
- demonstrated experience coordinating multiple projects, initiatives or programs, including planning, tracking activities and managing completing priorities
- experience developing and delivering communication materials and content across a range of formats (e.g. emails, intranet, presentations, campaigns)
- experience supporting stakeholder engagement activities, including workshops, meetings and training sessions
- proven ability to translate complex or technical information into clear, practical and audience-appropriate communication
- experience maintaining structured documentation, coordination tools and records to support delivery and reporting
- experience working with multiple stakeholders to support implementation, engagement and adoption of initiatives

Why work with us





We know our people are what make the University's mission possible. Alongside meaningful work, we offer a range of benefits designed to support you financially, personally and professionally.

- Paid Cultural and Ceremonial Leave: Indigenous employees are entitled to 5 days of paid leave and 10 days of unpaid leave each year to participate in cultural and ceremonial activities and fulfil community obligations.
- Career Development: Access to Indigenous professional and career development programs, including mentoring, leadership programs, and development funding
- Community and Connection: Be part of a vibrant community with opportunities to connect through staff networks (our YURA Network), mentoring, cultural events and professional Development opportunities
- Flexible Work and Exceptional Benefits: Enjoy flexible work arrangements, 17% employer superannuation, Fitness Passport, generous leave provisions, staff discounts and access to a wide range of University facilities and services.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks and declarations

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-ba

📌 Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor Enablement (Sydney)
🏢 University Of Sydney
📍 Sydney