Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Shape Work Health & Safety strategy, influence senior leaders, and turn complex safety data into actionable insights
• Permanent ongoing full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity,
• Office location – Parramatta/Sydney based with hybrid working supported (2-3 office days per week)
• Clerk Grade 11/12 - Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $145,378.00 - $168,130.00 + super

What’s in it for me?
Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role
This role is all about driving a culture of proactive safety across the department. As the Work Health & Safety (WHS) Manager – Risk and Audit, you’ll lead the development and execution of key frameworks that help everyone understand, manage, and reduce workplace health and safety risks – including emerging areas like psychosocial hazards. You'll be the go-to expert who translates complex WHS risk management and assurance concepts into practical actions that support both everyday operations and organisational compliance. Demonstrated experience in the identification, assessment and control of physical and psychosocial hazards in a large, complex organisation will be key to your success.

You’ll juggle the demands of ensuring strong regulatory compliance while guiding senior leaders to embed a risk-aware culture across the organisation. Success here means being comfortable influencing diverse stakeholders, thinking ahead, identifying emerging trends, and leading a team with confidence and clarity.

About you – the skills and qualities that make a difference:

• Strong background in WHS risk management, including psychosocial hazard identification and control
• Demonstrated experience in identifying, assessing and managing physical and psychosocial hazards in complex environments
• Proven ability to turn technical WHS data into clear, functional insights for a variety of audiences
• Experience building and implementing WHS assurance frameworks and systems
• Confident communicator who can influence and coach leaders across complex organisations
• Adept at balancing operational demands with strategic insight and planning
• Formal qualifications in WHS and auditing, with deep knowledge of relevant legislation and standards
• A natural collaborator with the ability to lead, inspire and mentor others effectively
• Holds a current Class C driver’s licence and is willing to undertake occasional travel as required

For more information read the full Role Description: WHS Manager Risk & Audit

What is an essential requirement:

• Tertiary qualifications in Work Health and Safety or related discipline and/or relevant experience.
• Qualification in WHS Auditing and strong current knowledge of WHS legislation, regulations and Australian standards.

About us
The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. 

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. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Sunday 25^th May at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Creagh Moore, Director Health Safety & Wellbeing on creagh.moore@dpie.nsw.gov.au.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note 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. 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn