Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Manager
Permanent Full-Time(Onsite) | Corporate Role | Supporting Hyecare & Hyegrove
About Us
Hyegrove and Hyecare are values-based organisations committed to supporting the rights of elders to live with dignity and fulfilment. Across our retirement living and aged care services, our staff demonstrate excellence through compassion, inclusiveness, and professionalism. We believe in creating a safe, supportive, and respectful workplace for both staff and residents.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Manager to lead the WHS function across both Hyegrove and Hyecare. This role is responsible for driving a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with WHS legislation, and overseeing injury management and return-to-work programs.
As a key member of the leadership team, you will provide strategic advice, lead change management initiatives, and ensure the continuous improvement of our WHS systems and policies.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement WHS strategies aligned with organisational goals.
Ensure compliance with all relevant WHS legislation and regulatory requirements.
Lead and mentor the WHS team, while supporting managers across departments.
Manage workplace risk assessments, audits, and the WHS framework.
Maintain and review emergency and disaster management procedures.
Oversee injury management and rehabilitation programs, including WorkCover claims.
Foster a safe, respectful, and harassment-free workplace culture.
Drive continuous improvement of WHS systems, policies, and practices.
About You
Tertiary qualifications in WHS (or related discipline) with at least 5 years’ experience in a WHS Manager role.
Experience in aged care, health care-related services, or Retirement Living is highly regarded.
Comprehensive knowledge of WHS legislation, hazard analysis, and risk management.
Strong background in injury management, WorkCover, and return-to-work processes.
Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and leadership skills.
Proven ability to implement organisational safety initiatives and manage change.
Why Join Us?
Make a real impact in aged care and retirement living services.
Join a supportive leadership team committed to safety and staff wellbeing.
Permanent, full-time position with professional development opportunities.
Be part of organisations that value inclusiveness, diversity, and continuous improvement.
Pre-employment checks required: Police check, ASIC check, Statutory Declaration.
