District WHS Manager

Join our Work Health & Safety team as a strategic, people-first leader and help shape safer, more supportive workplaces district-wide

Remuneration: $127,150 - $144,444 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: negotiable within HNELHD | Regular travel required across the district
Requisition ID: REQ583943
Closing Date: Sunday, the 13th of July 
Interviews to be held the week commencing 21st July 2025


Ready to take the lead in shaping safer, healthier workplaces across one of NSW’s largest health districts? We’re seeking a dynamic and people-focused WHS leader to drive cultural and strategic change across Hunter New England Local Health District.

Your Impact

In this senior WHS leadership role, you’ll work at a district-wide level to:

• Lead and evolve WHS policy and programs using evidence-based risk management principles.
• Provide expert guidance to senior managers and WHS coordinators to embed WHS systems and elevate safety culture.
• Champion initiatives that promote behavioural safety – from National Safe Work Month celebrations to monthly safety communications.
• Coordinate and oversee the District’s WHS Audit Program, ensuring alignment with NSW Health’s requirements.
• Provide trusted support and guidance when engaging with external bodies, including SafeWork NSW.
• Analyse WHS trends and deliver actionable insights through monthly reporting.
• Support the design and delivery of targeted WHS training in partnership with internal education providers.

 
What We’re Looking For

• A confident and strategic people leader with deep expertise in WHS and risk.
• Proven experience influencing WHS culture at scale across a complex organisation.
• Strong working knowledge of NSW WHS legislation and demonstrated ability to lead audit programs.
• A skilled communicator who can engage, influence and support diverse stakeholders to achieve safety excellence.
• Someone flexible and mobile – travel across sites in HNELHD (including overnight stays) is part of the role.

 
Why Join Us?

• This is your opportunity to drive meaningful safety outcomes across diverse environments - from rural hospitals to major metropolitan facilities. You'll have the autonomy to lead with purpose and make a measurable difference for thousands of staff and patients.
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members 

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or extensive experience in strategic WHS management at a senior level in a large diverse organisation.
• Eligibility to drive in NSW and ability to travel between sites within HNELHD, with stays away from home as required.

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. 

For role related queries or questions contact Kyle Wheeler on kyle.wheeler@health.nsw.gov.au

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.  Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. 

Information for Applicants: 

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 
 
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp 
 
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.