EL 1 – HSW Manager(s) – Position #104093, Position #106823 As the HSW Manager you will report to one of 2 HSW Operations Director positions. You will act as a key conduit between the Groups you support, the HSW hub and other operational HSW teams.
You will be responsible for, but not limited to:
• managing and overseeing a team of HSW Advisors and professionals, providing coaching, mentoring and advice to achieve departmental and team goals
• developing an overarching HSW operational plan for your client Groups that align with the departmental WHS Strategic Plan and the department’s HSW Management System and frameworks
• undertaking HSW risk profiling activities and partnering with the business to ensure all risks have controls and mitigation plans in place
• leading the process of implementing policies, procedures, frameworks and other guidance from the HSW Hub, contextualising these so they are relevant and applicable to the operational context in which they are being implemented
• collaborating regularly with HSW Managers to share knowledge and ensure all Groups are systematically and consistently applying HSW policy and procedures
• supporting national initiatives, such as flexible seating, and the department’s People & Place function. You will work closely with local management on HSW matters.
For success in this role, you will have operational HSW expertise in a large and diverse organisation.
EL 1 – HSW Manager Environment & Heritage – Position #101012 As the HSW Manager Environment & Heritage Group, you will report to the HSW Operations Director – Heritage & WACANDA. You will act as a key conduit between the Group, the HSW hub and other operational HSW teams.
You will be responsible for, but not limited to:
• managing and overseeing a team of HSW Advisors and professionals within the Environment & Heritage Group, providing coaching, mentoring and advice to achieve departmental and team goals.
• developing an overarching HSW operational plan for the Environment & Heritage Group that aligns with the departmental WHS Strategic Plan and the department’s HSW Management System and frameworks
• undertaking HSW risk profiling activities for the Environment & Heritage Group and partnering with the business to ensure all risks have controls and mitigation plans in place
• leading the process of implementing policies, procedures, frameworks and other guidance from the HSW Hub within the Environment & Heritage Group, contextualising these so they are relevant and applicable to the operational context in which they are being implemented.
• collaborating regularly with HSW Managers to share knowledge and ensure all Groups are systematically and consistently applying HSW policy and procedures.
You will play a critical role in contributing to Parks Australia’s purpose to protect, conserve and enhance the values of Commonwealth parks and gardens for the use and wellbeing of all Australians. You will work closely with local management on HSW matters.
For success in this role, you will have experience working with Indigenous Australians and operational HSW expertise in a large and diverse organisation.
Work Location We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements. To seek further information please speak with the contact officer prior to submitting your application.
Please note that this recruitment process is advertised as both an ongoing and non-ongoing position. If an offer of non-ongoing employment is made, the successful applicant would be employed for an initial period of 12 months with the possibility of extension up to a maximum period of 3 years in total. Should the position become ongoing then the merit pool established through this selection process, which is valid for a period of eighteen months from the date the vacancy was advertised in the Public Service Gazette, may be used to fill the vacancy on an ongoing basis.
What we are looking for
Knowledge and experience
Mandatory
• Working knowledge and understanding of the Work Health Safety Act 2011 (Cth), Work Health and Safety Regulations 2011 (Cth), Work Health Safety Codes of Practice, and relevant Australian Standards, and their application in a complex operational environment.
• At least 5-7 years’ experience in a comparable role, with experience leading others. Highly desirable • Experience working with Indigenous Australian employees and within Indigenous communities (mandatory for the HSW Manager Environment & Heritage role) • Experience in promoting advances in safety culture and safety systems
• Think strategically, applying problem solving and decision-making skills to resolve complex issues involving multiple stakeholders.
Desirable
• Experience working in remote and isolated locations.
Skills and capabilities You will have the ability to:
• function autonomously, working in collaboration with other Assistant Directors/HSW Managers to delivering quality outcomes
• lead a team of diverse skillsets and backgrounds, coach, and mentor employees, undertake performance management, conflict resolution, and identification of training needs
• manage teams and timelines effectively to meet objectives and goals
• communicate efficiently and effectively about HSW risks, frameworks, policies, and procedures to employees of diverse skillsets, language and cultural backgrounds
• manage stakeholders and building and maintain effective workplace relationships
• adapt and work flexibly and effectively in times of uncertainty or major change
• influence, negotiate and provide trusted advice on HSW operations, systems and processes
• communicate HSW performance data upwards and downwards, identifying trends and providing insights for a range of audiences
• understand and communicate priorities, monitor progress, anticipate potential changes and drive delivery of HSW programs
• identify innovative HSW solutions and support their implementation
• consider a diverse range of stakeholder needs, accounting for the broad range of operational and cultural contexts in which the department and its people operate with sensitivity and appropriate care
• apply professional judgement in potentially ambiguous circumstances, exercising a significant degree of independence while factoring in critical risks
• develop and maintain key strategic relationships to ensure HSW objectives are achieved
• foster a mindset of continuous improvement within yourself and those you lead, undertaking professional development and training as needed.
