Workplace Health and Safety Manager
Melbourne Precinct Based Organisation
A significant Melbourne organisation operating a large and complex precinct is seeking an experienced WHS Manager to lead its safety function. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of WHS strategy, governance, systems, and day to day safety leadership across a diverse operational environment that includes both routine activities and major events.

The business operates across a sizeable footprint, supports a workforce that scales during peak periods, and is committed to strengthening its safety capability and culture. The role offers strong collaboration with senior leaders, flexible working arrangements, and the chance to make a meaningful impact across the organisation.

The Role
Reporting to a senior operational leader, the WHS Manager is responsible for guiding the overall WHS framework, ensuring compliance with legislation, and supporting safe operations across the precinct. You will provide advice to leaders, partner with operational teams, oversee contractor safety, and support planning for high traffic, high activity periods.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead development and delivery of the WHS strategy
• Oversee WHS governance, compliance, and continuous improvement
• Manage contractor and third party safety across operations
• Support WHS planning and readiness for major events and peak activity periods
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, incident investigations, and safety reviews
• Build capability across operational teams and frontline leaders
• Monitor safety performance and drive improvement initiatives
• Facilitate internal WHS forums and emergency planning activities

About You
You are an experienced WHS professional with strong leadership capability and proven success working in complex operational environments. You thrive in roles that combine hands on engagement with strategic influence and enjoy partnering with stakeholders at all levels.
Experience within events, venues, precinct operations, or large multi site settings is highly regarded.

You will also bring:
• Strong understanding of WHS legislation and risk management
• Proven ability to manage contractor and vendor safety
• Confidence in incident investigation and safety system oversight
• Effective communication skills and the ability to influence outcomes
• A proactive approach to cultural uplift and continuous improvement

Why This Role Stands Out
• High visibility WHS leadership position
• A dynamic working environment across a large operational precinct
• Hybrid working arrangements with flexibility
• Supportive senior leadership team
• Opportunity to uplift capability, systems, and WHS maturity