Advertised Positions

• Permanent full-time role
• Salary from $130,000 - $150,000 plus super, depending on experience 
• Contribute to health and safety at a multi-service organisation, fostering a safety culture and making a difference
• Applications close 16 April 2025

City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.

Part of the People & Safety department, the Safety team empowers and supports the organisation to maintain a proactive safety culture.  The Safety Team supports the design, development and adoption of key safety systems and practices across Monash to prevent and manage injury and illness.  

About the Position

Leading a small team of OHS professionals, the Safety Lead plays an instrumental role in driving a culture of safety by making strategic links with core and operational practices, and aligning with broader organisational strategies and objectives. The role is responsible for  organisational wide processes, systems and programs to ensure Monash City Council can achieve its safety commitment and legislative obligations.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated experience in leading an OHS/Safety portfolio including Workcover and Return to Work
• Experience leading and developing a team
• Highly developed stakeholder management and relationship building skills
• Exceptional team working and collaboration skills organisational wide
• An ability to flex operational detail with big picture thinking
• An ability to thrive in a fast paced and complex work environment

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in OHS and substantial experience in a similar role
• Satisfactory National Police Check; and
• Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements.

Benefits

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus for us. You will have access to:

• Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres

Apply for this amazing opportunity

Please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Applications close 16 April 2025 at 11:55pm.

If you would like to discuss this role further or you have any enquiries, please contact Jessica Keleman on 03 9518 3555 or at Jessica.Kelemen@monash.vic.gov.au.  

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email peopleadvisory@monash.vic.gov.au

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.