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Full time, continuing position. Located at the Services Building (G12) on Darlington Campus Lead WHS & environment programs across COS, driving contractor safety and continuous improvement Base Salary HEO9 $146,197-$154,260 p.a. + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The University of Sydney is seeking an experienced Operational Health, Safety & Environment Lead to join our team. This role will provide leadership and foster strong collaboration with key stakeholders across the University. The Operational Health, Safety & Environment Lead role sits within the Protective & Risk Services (PRS) unit of Central Operations Services (COS), reporting to the Operational Risk, Resilience & Compliance Manager. The position will lead, manage, and coordinate WHS and environmental programs and systems across COS, while driving contractor safety management initiatives and continuous improvement. Working closely with key stakeholders, the Operational Health, Safety & Environment Lead will develop, implement, and maintain COS-specific safety and environmental processes and procedures. It will also partner with Central Safety and other operational teams to review and embed improved, consistent practices. Success in this role requires strong collaboration skills, the ability to positively influence diverse stakeholders, and a commitment to fostering a proactive, safety-focused culture across complex work environments. Your key responsibilities will be to: lead the development, implementation and review of contractor safety management processes ensuring compliance with legislation operationalise end to end contractor safety management requirements including supporting pre-qualification, induction and ongoing assurance activities of suppliers provide appropriate training, mentoring & coaching to enable team members to effectively review job task risk assessments, safe work procedures and safe work method statements ensure contractor safety data is comprehensive, complete & accurate to ensure accurate reporting & analysis to provide insights to the COS Leadership team lead the implementation of Safety Management Programs and conduct regular onsite assurance activities operationalise safety and environmental programs and requirements in collaboration with key stakeholders prepare relevant safety submissions, briefings and reports for leadership, executive reporting, and local committees, highlighting key insights, challenges, and recommendations for continuous improvement lead and support incident response, investigation, and action management. champion a positive and leader led safety culture that encourages collaboration and continuous improvement. About you The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Operational Health, Safety & Environment Lead who has: tertiary qualifications- in a relevant field such as Workplace Health and Safety or Environmental or equivalent combination of relevant training and experience excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with sound negotiating and conflict resolution skills and a demonstrated level of tact and discretion in dealing with a variety of matters demonstrated experience in dealing with contractors, procurement procedures and senior stakeholders demonstrated experience in the development, promotion and delivery of safety and well-being programs or interventions demonstrated highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to critically evaluate and analyse complex information and data to resolve issues extensive experience working in an operational safety role including managing serious or high-risk incidents and issues people management experience, including managing staff performance and development lead auditor certifications in OHS Management Systems ISO 45001 (desirable). Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Kevin Lim, Recruitment Operations by email to kevin.lim@sydney.edu.au. © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Sunday 12 October 2025 11:59 PM Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! The University values are excellence, trust and accountability. The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. The University of Sydney may conduct routine pre-employment checks before an appointment is made. Want to know more about working at the University of Sydney? https://www.sydney.edu.au/about-us.html