Uplyft are seeking an experienced Risk Officer to support the ongoing development of our risk management framework, enhance organisational controls, and deliver meaningful risk insights that support operational and strategic decision-making.
About Uplyft
Uplyft (formerly Wanslea) is a leading provider of services for children, young people, and families across Western Australia. Founded in 1943, we have now expanded to offer a wide range of programs services that support children, young people and families at every stage of life.
Why join Uplyft?
At Uplyft, your work makes a real difference. You won’t just have a job — you will support children, young people, and families, helping to build safer, stronger, and more resilient communities.
We value people who bring their whole selves to work. Our team reflects our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, where differences are celebrated and every voice matters.
Joining Uplyft means being part of a professional, purpose-driven organisation where your skills, ideas, and compassion help transform lives every day.
- Permanent part-time position (30 hours a week)
- Based at our Bentley Office with free parking on site
- Salary starting from $92,509.88 per annum (pro rata) plus superannuation
- Opportunity to salary package
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Additional paid break between Christmas and New Year
- Unique opportunity to work in an organisation passionate about diversity and inclusion
- Amazing people and rewarding team culture with highly capable and welcoming colleagues
About the Role
The Risk Officer plays a key role in strengthening the organisation’s risk management practices by maintaining the risk register, supporting compliance, and enhancing the effectiveness of risk controls.
Working closely with the WHSR Manager, the role is responsible for ensuring accurate risk and incident data, delivering meaningful analysis and reporting,
and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The position also supports the
development of a proactive risk culture through stakeholder engagement, risk
workshops, training, and practical guidance that enables informed decision-making across the organisation.
About You
You are a proactive and analytical risk professional who enjoys turning data into meaningful insights and partnering with stakeholders to strengthen risk management practices across an organisation. You bring a strong understanding of risk, governance, and compliance principles, combined with the ability to influence, educate, and drive continuous improvement.
To be successful in this role, you will bring
- Qualifications in Risk Management, Governance, Compliance, or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience, preferably within the human and community services sector.
- Experience maintaining risk registers, incident management systems, and applying risk management principles within a governance framework.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and provide practical, evidence-based recommendations.
- Demonstrated experience preparing reports, dashboards, and insights from risk and incident data, supported by intermediate to advanced Excel skills
- Strong communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders, deliver training, and build risk capability across teams
- A proactive, adaptable, and detail-oriented approach, with a commitment to integrity, continuous improvement, and collaborative working relationships.
Desirable
- Experience administering risk management software, with exposure to HSI Donesafe highly regarded.
Apply Now
Submit your current resume and a concise cover letter addressing the full selection criteria as provided in the Position Description.
For any queries please contact Skye Upton, Talent Acquisition Partner on 08 9245 2441
To learn more about Uplyft visit: http://www.uplyft.org.au.
Uplyft reserves the right to close applications at any time, therefore we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Uplyft encourages applicants from all backgrounds and does not discriminate in regards to race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, marital status, family or carer, pregnancy,
religion, political opinion, national extraction or social origin.
Uplyft is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
