Senior Associate

At Scyne we are public purpose sector specialists who support governments and their agencies, and not-for-profit organisations, to deliver services to Australians, helping to build more resilient, equitable, secure and prosperous communities. We are guided by our values of Stronger Together, Amplify Impact, Build Trusted Relationships, Value Every Person, Think Beyond Limits, and Defined by Ethics. Our purpose-driven professionals provide clients with access to the skills, capabilities and expertise to support the delivery of government agendas and public purpose projects, with specialist teams across three national practices. Transformation Risk, Programs and Cyber Commercial, Financial and Infrastructure Job Description We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Associate to join our Risk, Programs and Cyber Practice in Sydney, Canberra or Melbourne. In this role, you’ll work closely with senior consultants and managers to deliver advisory and implementation support to public sector and for-purpose organisations seeking to improve health, safety and wellbeing outcomes. You’ll contribute to projects that enhance compliance with WHS legislation and psychosocial health regulations, while applying best practice frameworks such as ISO 45001 and ISO 45003. This role is ideal for someone with 2–3 years of experience who is ready to take the next step in their consulting career, gaining exposure to complex projects and building trusted client relationships. Eligibility This position requires Australian Citizenship and the ability to obtain Baseline Security Clearance to support work with Federal Government and Defence clients. Key Responsibilities Consulting and Advisory Support client engagements by assessing health, safety and wellbeing practices and identifying improvement opportunities. Assist in developing practical solutions and frameworks that integrate physical and psychological health and safety. Interpret and apply relevant legislation and regulatory guidance under supervision. Program Design and Delivery Contribute to the design and delivery of tailored programs and training materials. Develop tools and resources that build client capability in hazard identification and risk management. Compliance and Risk Management Conduct audits, risk assessments and incident reviews with guidance from senior team members. Support clients in meeting regulatory obligations and responding to authority inquiries. Stakeholder Engagement Facilitate workshops and training sessions with client teams. Build strong working relationships internally and externally through collaboration and professionalism. Qualifications What We’re Looking For 2–3 years’ experience in Work Health and Safety, People and Culture, Risk Management, or Health, Safety & Wellbeing. Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Health, Organisational Psychology, Safety Science, or similar. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities across client projects. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Desirable Familiarity with psychosocial risk management and WHS legislation. Exposure to ISO 45001 or ISO 45003 frameworks. Experience in facilitating workshops or training sessions. Not sure if you tick every box? That’s okay. If you’re excited about this role and believe you can make a difference, we’d love to hear from you Additional Information Market leading Parental Leave: Allows either carer to take 26 weeks of leave, flexibly, until a child is two years of age. A six-month minimum service requirement for new starters applies. We also make full superannuation contributions for up to 12 months (including unpaid parental leave). Flex working: Our people have the autonomy to choose where and when they work so they can integrate their professional and personal lives, finding the right balance that fuels their growth, wellbeing, engagement and productivity. If it works for them, their teams, and their clients, it works for us. Additional leave: a 5th week of paid leave to support rest, wellbeing, and inclusion during our annual summer shutdown also Birthday leave, First Nations Cultural Leave, Floating Public Holidays, Leave+ (purchased leave up to 12 weeks), Study Leave, Volunteering Leave, and more Smart Device reimbursement: Working flexibly means accessing the information you need on the go. That’s why we help pay for your smartphone or tablet, claiming up to $60 a month towards your bill. Wellness and Lifestyle benefits: We’ll give you $295 a year to spend on items or activities that support your wellness, and up to $205 a year to support your balanced lifestyle. Sonder: A digital care platform that empowers people to actively take control of their wellbeing to live well and perform at their best, free to Scyne Employees and their immediate family members. A Workplace Where Everyone Belongs We are committed to promoting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We encourage applications from those in marginalised and/or historically underrepresented communities within our workforce. Additionally, if you require any adjustments to the process, please let us know. Recruitment and Assessment Process Scyne’s approach to recruitment and selection is underpinned by key principles and expectations, ensuring we recruit and onboard a skilled and diverse workforce that is representative of the communities and organisations we serve. We ensure selection to roles is fair, with equal access provided, and appointments factor in but not limited to relative ability to fulfil the role, prior performance, potential and alignment with our values – taking unique experiences, perspectives, and contributions into consideration. We carry out background checks on our people to ensure we have made a sound hiring decision and to protect the organisation and our clients from potential risk. If required, confirmation of a valid Commonwealth security clearance or the ability to obtain a Commonwealth security clearance. #J-18808-Ljbffr