About Them
This values-driven organisation has a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality education and fostering a supportive, community-focused environment. With ongoing investment in facilities and infrastructure, they are committed to providing a safe and progressive learning and working environment.
About the Role
The role will see you take ownership of both the operational and systems side of safety, with a strong focus on building foundational frameworks and embedding a positive safety culture.
You will play a key role in uplifting and maturing the organisation’s WHS approach, including developing policies and procedures, supporting SOP creation, and ensuring practical application across diverse environments such as sports and aquatic facilities.
The role is highly visible and requires someone comfortable being on the ground, engaging with stakeholders, and providing practical, solutions-focused advice.
About You
You are a proactive and approachable WHS professional who enjoys working in a consultative capacity. You bring a balance of systems capability and practical delivery, with the confidence to operate in an environment where structure is still evolving.
You will also demonstrate:
Minimum three years experience in a WHS position
Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety or Diploma essential
Strong stakeholder engagement skills
Comfort delivering training and building capability across the business
Candidates from education, healthcare, aged care, NFP, or similarly complex environments will be well regarded.
About Culture & Benefits
You will join a collaborative and purpose-driven environment where you can make a tangible impact. This role offers the opportunity to shape and influence safety practices within a growing and evolving setting.
This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, based fully on-site in Melbourne’s inner east. Some flexibility will be available after 6 months of employment.
How to Apply
If this opportunity aligns with your experience and you’re looking to step into a hands-on role where you can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply via the link or reach out to Becka at The Safe Step for a confidential discussion bbrown@thesafestep.com.au
Work Health and Safety Advisor
Work Health and Safety Advisor
Work Type:
Contract
Location:
Melbourne - VIC
- 12-month fixed term contract
- Inner East location
- Broad, hands-on WHS role
Reference number:
4032996
Date Published:
05-May-2026
Contact Name:
Becka Brown
Contact Email:
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