Senior Health and Safety Content Advisor

Senior Health and Safety Content Advisor

Work Type:

Full Time

Location:

Sydney - NSW 

  • Lead the development of WHS policies, guidance, and safety resources
  • Combine your technical expertise with writing, research, and communication skill
  • Join a collaborative, purpose-driven organisation supporting Australian business
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About the Organisation
Our client is a well-established, fast-growing organisation providing outsourced HR, ER, and WHS services to thousands of businesses across Australia and New Zealand. They help small and medium-sized businesses navigate complex workplace legislation with confidence, offering practical, accessible, and expert advice on all aspects of WHS compliance. The organisation takes pride in simplifying complexity, supporting people, and delivering quality outcomes that make workplaces safer and smarter.

The Opportunity
This is a key opportunity for an experienced WHS professional to step into a specialist content-focused role with genuine impact. As the Senior Health and Safety Content Advisor, you will take ownership of developing, reviewing, and maintaining WHS content that underpins the organisation’s advisory and client services.
You will translate complex legislation, regulator updates, and case law into clear, practical guidance and tools that help businesses meet their WHS obligations with confidence. The role blends technical advisory expertise with writing, research, and collaboration—perfect for someone who enjoys making compliance practical, engaging, and accessible.

Key Responsibilities

  • Research, interpret, and summarise WHS legislation, Codes of Practice, and regulator guidance across all Australian jurisdictions.
  • Develop and refine WHS content including policies, procedures, toolkits, safety alerts, and training resources.
  • Monitor emerging WHS trends, case law, and regulator updates to keep content current and relevant.
  • Partner with internal WHS, Legal, and HR teams to ensure content accuracy, consistency, and alignment with service delivery.
  • Provide technical input and guidance to internal advisory teams on WHS matters.
  • Contribute to webinars, e-learning modules, newsletters, and safety communications.
About You
You will bring a strong foundation in WHS legislation and advisory practice, with the ability to interpret and communicate complex information clearly and effectively. You enjoy researching, writing, and developing resources that make a difference in the real world.
To succeed, you will have:
  • Solid understanding of WHS legislation, regulations, and Codes of Practice.
  • Experience drafting and reviewing WHS documentation such as policies, procedures, and compliance tools.
  • Strong analytical and research capability, with confidence interpreting legal or regulatory materials.
  • Excellent writing and editing skills with a focus on clarity, structure, and tone.
  • A collaborative approach with the ability to engage stakeholders and deliver quality outcomes to deadlines.
Qualifications:
  • Certificate IV or Diploma in Work Health and Safety (essential).
  • Bachelor’s degree in WHS, Law, or a related discipline (desirable).
Why Join?
  • Impact: Your work will directly shape the WHS content and tools used by thousands of businesses across Australia and New Zealand.
  • Collaboration: Join a supportive, flat-structured team culture where sharing knowledge and learning is encouraged.
  • Development: Enjoy opportunities for growth and career progression within a respected, people-focused consultancy.
  • Purpose: Play a key role in simplifying safety and improving compliance outcomes for Australian workplaces.

Reference number:

3875238d

Date Published:

28-Oct-2025

Contact Name:

Stephen Coldicutt

Contact Email:

scoldicutt@thesafestep.com.au

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