About Good Shepherd 

Good Shepherd Australia New Zealand (GSANZ) is a mission-led organisation working to create a world free of poverty, violence, and injustice. With the launch of our 2023–2027 Strategy, we’re driving transformation through innovation, advocacy, and bold leadership. 

The Role 

We’re looking for a passionate Work Health & Safety (WHS) Lead to drive a culture of safety, care, and continuous improvement across our not-for-profit organisation. 

In this role, you’ll lead the development and ongoing enhancement of a risk-based Wellbeing, Health, and Safety framework. You’ll provide expert advice to managers, strengthen WHS systems, and promote proactive risk management throughout the organisation.

Key Responsibilities  

• Lead WHS Strategy: Develop, implement, and enhance our Work Health and Safety Management System, ensuring alignment with sector-specific legislation and standards.
• Risk System Oversight: Manage and optimise our use of RiskMan (a risk incident reporting platform) to track incidents, hazards, and corrective actions.
• Incident Investigation: Take lead through investigations into injuries, near misses, and safety concerns, ensuring root cause analysis and effective follow-up.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with staff, volunteers, and leadership to embed a proactive safety culture across diverse service areas.
• Training & Education: Deliver engaging WHS training and resources tailored to the unique needs of the not-for-profit environment.
• Compliance & Reporting: Conduct audits, maintain documentation, develop and deliver statistical reports that provides clear, actionable reports to senior management and regulatory bodies. 

About You 

You're an experienced Work Health & Safety leader with a strong track record in multi-sector environments and a passion for social impact.

You’re a strategic and hands-on WHS professional who thrives on building safe, supportive, and compliant workplaces. With a strong understanding of risk management and a collaborative mindset, you’re ready to lead safety initiatives that make a real impact. 

You bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational/Work Health and Safety, Risk Management, or a related field. 
• 3+ years of experience in a WHS management role.
• Possess a strong understanding of current work health and safety legislation, standards, and best practices across various states and territories.
• Ability to influence and lead a culture of excellence in safety and compliance.
• Expertise in the management of Workers Compensation and Injury Management programs with sustainable return to work programs.
• A collaborative, values-driven approach to safety leadership.

Desirable: 

• Experience in not-for-profit or social services sectors.  

Why Join Us?

Make a real difference in the lives of women, girls and families.

• Work in a bold, inclusive and mission-led culture.
• Access salary packaging and flexible work options.
• Be part of an organisation committed to leadership development and innovation.

Benefits  

• Salary packaging (which can add up to $15,900 in tax-free pay per year)
• Paid parental leave
• Gifted leave at Christmas and Easter
• Employee Assistance Program, a free and confidential counselling service  

How to Apply

Click Apply Now to submit your application, including CV and brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role. For the position description, further information or to arrange a confidential discussion please reach out via [email protected] using the subject line: Work Health & Safety Lead enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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We recognise the rich diversity of people across Australia. We are committed to ensuring that our team is reflective of the diverse community we serve and to supporting a culture of equity, inclusion and diversity.

Good Shepherd Australia New Zealand is a Child Safe employer. Employment is subject to satisfactory referee checks, a current employment working with Children Check, National Criminal History check and proof of the right to work in Australia.