Workplace Health & Safety Manager
Workplace Health & Safety Manager
Step into a role where you'll shape the future of safety and make a meaningful impact every day!
Classifications
- HR & Recruitment
- OH & S
- Permanent / Full Time
Key points
- Contribute to meaningful solutions that directly impact healthcare delivery
- Join the iconic RFDS team!
- Plenty of flexibility to balance work and life
Description
The Workplace Health & Safety Manager leads the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) compliance, monitoring, reporting, analysis and advice to Line Managers and the Executive Team on workplace safety through the RFDS’ WHS Management policies, systems, plans and procedures. This role actively develops and implements effective safety practices aligning to the RFDS Qld Strategic Plan.
This role is a Permanent, Full-Time position based in Brisbane.
Duties include:
Key responsibilities of this role will include:
- Functional and people leadership, direction and guidance across RFDS
- Establish networks and maintain strong working relationships with external bodies including business partners, suppliers and regulators
- Maintain strong internal links and working relationships with executives, line managers and staff at all levels throughout the organisation
- Execute key strategic initiatives of RFDS’ Strategic Plan
- Provide specialist advice on areas of potential risk
- Lead and prepare the organisation for external accreditation against relevant applicable Australian and International Standards
- Provide specialist advice on areas of potential risk including facilitating and assisting in risk workshops for safety impacts which impact the organisation
- Develop, implement and review policies and procedures that ensure the RFDS service delivery is in compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements and changes
- Maintain and monitor the WHS Incident and risk system and work with Team Leads on determining mitigating factors and consultative controls to reduce risk
- Act in the role of Chief Fire Warden for the corporate facility
To be successful in this role you will possess the following:
- Qualifications in HSE and Risk Management
- Training as Lead Auditor for WHS Systems
- 5 to 7 years relevant experience in a similar role at managerial level
- Demonstrated ability to provide high level advice and guidance to managers and leaders on risk, safety, environment and sustainability matters
- Experience in working within a multi-disciplinary team, within a culturally diverse context
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to lead the function and the team
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated management, problem solving and decision-making skills
- Strong project management skills and the ability to manage deadlines
At the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section), you’ll be driven by purpose not tasks; it's about being part of an organisation where, whatever your role, you make a difference each day to people’s lives. We offer flexibility so you can look after your well-being and commitments, getting the very best from life professionally and personally.
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) is a leader in delivering aeromedical and primary healthcare to remote, rural, and regional communities.
As the RFDS soars towards its 100th year of providing the finest care, in the furthest corner, we have several innovative initiatives on the horizon. With projects in the pipeline, it’s an exciting time to join the RFDS with many new prospects around the corner!
We value our people, and we are passionate about making a difference for people who live, work and travel in remote, rural, and regional Australia. By joining the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section), you will have access to the following:
- Work with a great team of people who are passionate about our purpose and proud of their contribution!
- Base salary up to $140k + superannuation
- Access to generous not-for-profit tax-free benefits up to $18,500
- Upskilling opportunities are available, learn new skills to advance your administration career
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program including counselling, nutrition sessions, financial sessions, and legal advice
- Private health insurance discounts
- Fitness Passport membership (discounted access to gyms and health centres for staff and families)
- RemServ Rewards, where members receive cashback benefits on purchases from hundreds of leading Australian retailers, including groceries, fashion, technology and travel
For further information regarding this role please contact RFDS Talent Acquisition on 07 3852 7553 or recruitment@rfdsqld.com.au
Applications close by 6th February 2026! If you’re ready to contribute to a meaningful cause and thrive in a role that makes a real impact, apply now to join the Royal Flying Doctor Service team!
Successful candidates will be subject to a police check and may be required to undergo a medical assessment and pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. You must possess a valid, unrestricted Australian Driver's Licence and be able to obtain an ASIC Card.
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the Traditional Custodians of the land. The RFDS is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of healthcare. We embrace diversity and welcome all people irrespective of faith, ethnicity, sexual orientation or gender identity.
The RFDS is committed to the protection of human and legal rights, including the rights of children, young people and adults to be safe, heard and cared for. In upholding the Universal Principle, RFDS is committed to creating an organisational environment that ensures Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families feel welcome, safe, valued, included and respected.
