WHS Consultant
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Job no: 552813
Work type: Temporary full-time
Location: Sydney Olympic Park
Categories: HR Generalist, HR Management, HR Systems Administration, Industrial Relations, Occupational Health and Safety, Workforce Planning, Workplace Relations
Everyone plays here
Join the Office of Sport as a WHS Consultant and help create safer, healthier workplaces across a diverse range of sporting, recreational and corporate environments.
- Salary ranges from $116,981 to $129,492 + super & leave loading.
- Temporary Full time Opportunity until 31 Dec 2027 with the possibility of further extension or conversion to ongoing employment subject to business needs
- Regular travel required to our centres and venues
In this hands-on role, you will provide specialist WHS advice and support to leaders and employees, helping to strengthen safety performance, ensure legislative compliance, and promote a positive safety culture across the organisation.
Working closely with the WHS Business Partner and key stakeholders, you will contribute to the implementation and continuous improvement of the Health and Safety Management System (HSMS), coordinate safety programs and initiatives, conduct audits and investigations, and use data-driven insights to improve safety outcomes across the Office of Sport.
Responsibilities
- Provide practical WHS advice and guidance to managers and employees on legislation, policies, risk management and workplace safety matters to support informed decision-making and compliance.
- Coordinate and deliver WHS programs, training, audits, inspections and incident investigations that strengthen safety capability and foster a proactive safety culture.
- Analyse safety data, monitor corrective actions and support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance organisational WHS performance and risk management outcomes.
You are a motivated WHS professional with strong knowledge of workplace health and safety legislation, risk management principles and best practice safety systems. You enjoy building relationships and partnering with stakeholders at all levels, providing practical advice and solutions that improve workplace safety. With strong analytical and communication skills, you can confidently manage competing priorities while contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and employee wellbeing.
Essential Requirements
- WHS Certificate IV or equivalent work health and safety experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience applying WHS legislation, policies and risk management practices.
- Experience providing practical WHS advice and support in a workplace environment.
- Current and valid NSW Driver Licence.
- Ability to travel to and work from Office of Sport sites across NSW as required.
The Office of Sport is a unique workplace, where no two days are the same! We work tirelessly and with passion to deliver on our purpose of ‘Everyone Plays Here’ – improving the lives of people across NSW through sport and active recreation.
By providing leadership, policies, programs, funding and infrastructure, our work makes a difference – improving health outcomes, connecting communities and making a stronger NSW. Our team members are collaborative, creative, hardworking and innovative, brought together by a common goal of ensuring sport and active recreation is a place for all people in NSW.
Your online application must include:
- A cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role (1-2 pages)
- An up-to-date CV outlining experience, skills & achievements relevant to this role (maximum 5 pages)
To be eligible to apply for this position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and pre-employment checks.
Applications close: 11:55pm 20th September 2026
Contact for enquiries: Nora Fenton, Manager Workplace Relations – nora.fenton@sport.nsw.gov.au
The Office of Sport offers you the opportunity to make a direct, shared contribution and difference to sport and recreation in NSW and have a positive impact on quality of life of our clients. We offer a family-friendly and flexible working environment, competitive salaries, and generous leave entitlements. Our benefits include salary packaging, access to the Fitness Passport, the Employee Assistance Program, and free onsite parking.
Inclusion is a huge focus for the Office, internally and externally. In addition to actively promoting employment for women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, we are also committed to increasing opportunities for everyone to participate in sport and active recreation. We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging.
We want you to bring your best self to this recruitment process. If you feel you may require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition Team via workforcemanagement@sport.nsw.gov.au
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