Stonnington City Centre, 311 Glenferrie Road, Malvern + Working from home
Compliance,Safety & Wellbeing
City of Stonnington is a child safe and equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We actively encourage applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Stonnington.
Here at the City of Stonnington we aspire to be a leading local government authority and to do this we need the very best people who share our belief in community and who want to make a difference. We value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. We provide an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to thrive and be authentic. There is a variety of benefits available for our people have a look at “Why Stonnington”.
If you have any support or access requirements, or would like to speak to someone about employment or an alternative processes, please contact Council’s Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.
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Play a key role in shaping workplace safety and wellbeing systems in a role that makes a real difference. As a Safety Business Partner, you’ll already have extensive WHS experience and in this role you will be able to activate and embed mental health strategies that target Council’s safety risks and enhance overall safety culture and practices across our workplaces. Your experience and knowledge in WHS, mental health and WHS practices will be crucial in elevating and foster a safe, caring work environment for all, especially if you have experience supporting diverse and dispersed workforces.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with leaders to integrate safety into organisational goals, ensuring employee wellbeing is front and centre.
Design and implement strategies to address health risks, conduct hazard assessments, and maintain compliance with legislation and best practices.
Deliver engaging wellbeing programs, workshops, and leadership training to promote safety and healthier team dynamics.
Champion inclusivity and resilience through targeted mental health initiatives that align with organisational values.
Investigate safety incidents, implement practical solutions, and share insights to enhance prevention and awareness.
Analyse trends and use data-driven insights to evaluate wellbeing initiatives and recommend improvements.
This full-time permanent position offers a salary of $108,694 in addition to 11.5% superannuation and the benefit of an ADO each month.
Desired Skills and Experience
What you'll bring
A degree in OHS, Psychology, or Mental Health, or similar tertiary qualifications will be highly regarded.
Significant experience in (generalist) WHS roles supporting large stakeholder groups, ideally with frontline workforces
Demonstrated success in developing and delivering mental health and broad safety initiatives in high-risk environments
A thorough understand of all relevant WHS workplace legislation and practices
Strong influencing skills to drive leadership engagement and cultural change.
Expertise in risk management, incident investigation, and team training.
Additional qualifications in leadership or return-to-work programs are a plus.
Solutions-focused with high emotional intelligence and the ability to navigate sensitive topics.
Why choose the City of Stonnington?
Be part of a team committed to making a positive impact on the community while contributing to meaningful and rewarding work.
Access a range of employee benefits, including flexible work options, health and wellbeing programs, generous parental leave, and other leave entitlements.
Join a collaborative People & Culture team focused on delivering exceptional programs to support, engage, develop, and reward our people.
Located in Melbourne’s vibrant inner east, the City of Stonnington spans the suburbs of Prahran, Windsor, South Yarra, Toorak, Armadale, Malvern, Malvern East, Glen Iris, and Kooyong, serving a community of approximately 108,000 residents.
Enquiries
For enquiries relating to the role, please contact Chris Lee - Coordinator Health Safety & Wellbeing on ohs@stonnington.vic.gov.au
For enquiries relating to the system and the application process, please contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333. Submitting your application
Please use your cover letter to demonstrate to us that you have what is needed to ‘thrive’ (as noted in the Success Profile) and to tell us more about you and why you want to want to work for us. To be eligible to apply for this position you must have the appropriate working rights.
