Work Health Safety Assurance Manager

Work Health Safety Assurance Manager (Health Manager Lvl 4) – Construction and Engineering - Perm FT Join to apply for the Work Health Safety Assurance Manager (Health Manager Lvl 4) – Construction and Engineering - Perm FT role at NSW Health Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, working 38 hours per week Location: SWSLHD District Wide Service – Based at Eastern Campus, Liverpool Position Classification: Health Manager - Level 4 Remuneration: $147,653.00 - $175,917.00 per annum Requisition ID: REQ Application Close Date: 14/12/2025 Interview Date Range: 17/12/2025 – 24/12/2025 Contact Details: David Heslop – or | About The Opportunity South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) is seeking a capable Work Health and Safety (WHS) Assurance Manager to lead strategic improvements in workplace safety across a complex and evolving health environment. This role embeds a proactive, systems-based approach to WHS that supports safer outcomes for staff, patients, and the broader community. Operating within the WHS Unit and in close partnership with Capital Works and Infrastructure, the position delivers assurance functions across a broad portfolio, from construction and engineering to corporate services and digital infrastructure. It is a hands-on leadership role that combines technical expertise with strategic oversight to drive compliance, innovation and continuous improvement in health and safety. The role provides expert advice and operational oversight on WHS matters, with a strong focus on construction and engineering health and safety. It leads risk assessments, site inspections, and Safety in Design reviews, ensuring hazards are proactively identified and mitigated. It also supports project teams and people leaders with practical guidance, training, and reporting, while managing WHS data systems and escalating risks to senior leadership as required. Responsibilities Lead and deliver strategic WHS management system improvements across multiple projects and operational environments, including construction, engineering, corporate services and digital infrastructure. Provide expert advice and operational oversight on WHS matters with a focus on construction and engineering health and safety. Lead risk assessments, site inspections, Safety in Design reviews, and the development and implementation of WHS frameworks, policies and procedures. Develop and implement WHS systems, training programs, inspections and audits; support project teams and people leaders with guidance, training and reporting. Manage WHS data systems and escalate risks to senior leadership; align WHS initiatives with broader LHD and NSW Health strategies. Ideal Candidate Qualities Tertiary qualifications in WHS and/or extensive professional experience in construction WHS. Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. Proven ability to manage contractor WHS in high-risk environments. Skilled in developing and implementing WHS systems, training programs, inspections and audits. Role Requirements Must hold a valid Australian C-Class driver’s licence (NSW licence required within 3 months if from another state). Working With Children Check and National Police Check required. Compliance with NSW Health immunisation policies. Flexibility and availability during standard business hours for site visits and inspections. Travel across the district is required. What You’ll Be Doing The primary purpose of the WHS Assurance Manager is to lead and deliver strategic WHS management system improvements that promote a safer, healthier and more resilient workplace across SWSLHD. Working within the WHS Unit and partnering with the Capital Works and Infrastructure team, the role performs WHS assurance functions to ensure compliance with legislative requirements, codes of practice, policies, procedures and standards across projects and operational environments. The role provides expert advice and operational oversight on WHS matters with a focus on construction and engineering health and safety. It drives the development and implementation of NSW Health WHS frameworks, policies and procedures aligned with legislation and best practice, supporting a systems-based approach to health and safety. It leads risk assessments, site inspections, issue work permits (e.g., confined spaces, working at heights), Safety in Design reviews, and supports project teams with hands-on guidance, training and reporting. Additionally, the role manages WHS data systems and escalates risks to senior leadership as required, and aligns health and safety initiatives with broader LHD and NSW Health strategies to ensure consistency and compliance across the portfolio. Where You’ll Be Working South Western Sydney is a dynamic area with access to public transport, beaches and national parks. The district offers a mix of metropolitan hubs and rural areas with ongoing development and growth. How To Apply To be considered for this position, please address the below questions thoroughly. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application. Relevant tertiary qualifications in WHS or related field and/or extensive professional experience in WHS in the construction or adjacent industries in a large geographically dispersed organisation. Describe a WHS project or initiative you led in a construction or engineering environment, including outcomes and how success was measured. Explain how you would prioritise tasks and maintain effective communication with WHS and Capital Works and Infrastructure leadership in a dual reporting environment. Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). If licensing is from another state, obtain NSW C class (P1 or P2) within three months of appointment. Additional information available on request and via the Position Description. #J-18808-Ljbffr