• People and Culture | Sunshine Coast Campus, Sippy Downs or Moreton Bay Campus, Petrie
• Attractive remuneration, commensurate with skills and experience, plus 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time opportunity, with four days a week on-campus

The Opportunity

Join UniSC as the Manager, Health, Safety and Wellbeing and play a pivotal role in shaping a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment where people can thrive. As part of the People and Culture leadership team, you’ll lead the delivery of UniSC’s health, safety and wellbeing (HSW) strategy and oversee a team of dedicated HSW professionals. Reporting to the Director, People and Culture, this strategic role ensures our systems, practices and culture reflect our commitment to safety and care - enabling our people to do their best work, every day.

Please note, in the event the position is placed at Moreton Bay, there is an expectation for regular travel to the Sunshine Coast (2 days a week).

You will

• Lead and support a team of health, safety, wellbeing and injury management specialists, creating a culture of proactive support, capability building and continuous improvement.
• Partner with senior leaders to implement and evaluate the University’s Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) strategy, embedding a safety-first mindset across all areas of the organisation.
• Provide expert risk management advice and oversight on health and safety matters, guiding departments, schools, research centres and institutes in best practice.
• Develop and manage HSW reporting systems that enable evidence-based decision making, monitor performance, and inform strategic priorities.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and ethical workplace by leading training and awareness programs, overseeing injury management and compliance, and supporting the broader People and Culture team.

About you

You’re an experienced and values-driven leader who thrives in complex, people-focused environments. With a deep understanding of health, safety and wellbeing systems and legislation, you know how to translate strategy into practice, and bring people with you on the journey.

Collaborative, calm and confident, you bring strong judgement, excellent stakeholder skills, and a proactive mindset. Most importantly, you're passionate about creating safe, healthy and supportive workplaces where everyone can thrive.

You will possess:

• Proven leadership experience in managing health, safety and wellbeing functions within large, complex organisations.
• Deep expertise in contemporary safety concepts, systems, and leadership practices across multi-site environments.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to embed a proactive, safety-first culture across an organisation.
• A successful track record in leading and developing high-performing HSW teams.
• Strong knowledge of governance frameworks, risk management, and evidence-based HSW program delivery—including mental health initiatives.
• Exceptional interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships at all levels.
• A strong appreciation of the strategic alignment between HSW and broader People and Culture strategies.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position Description:  493302_Manager, Health, Safety and Wellbeing_PD.pdf

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

Applications for this position close midnight, Tuesday 27 May 2025

Your completed application must include:

• a resume and a cover letter (not to exceed two pages), which will be reviewed in alignment to the selection criteria as outlined within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Deborah Walker
Director, People and Culture
Email: dwalker3@usc.edu.au

Or

Kristie Husk
Talent Acquisition Manager
Phone: +61 418 884 610
Email: khusk@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South-East Queensland.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.