Job Description
Safety Partner
498536
Canberra, ACT, Australia, 2601
Sydney, NSW, Australia
Max Term Full-Time
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12‑month max term full‑time contract | Location: Sydney or Canberra | Hybrid & flexible work arrangements
Provide trusted WHS partnering advice across multiple sites, supporting safer workplaces and positive safety culture
Opportunity to work within healthcare and aged care, contributing to outcomes that truly make a difference
About the role:
We are seeking an experienced Safety Partner to deliver high-quality Work Health and Safety advice and support to frontline services across multiple sites. Reporting to the Safety Lead, this role plays a key part in supporting a strong safety culture through practical guidance, compliance, auditing, incident investigation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Working closely with leaders and frontline teams, you will partner with stakeholders to support WHS compliance, undertake safety audits aligned to legislative and best‑practice standards, support incident investigations (including ICAM where required), and analyse safety data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
This role supports services across NSW and ACT, can be based in Sydney or Canberra, and includes occasional travel across sites. Hybrid and flexible work arrangements are supported.
This position is well suited to a WHS professional who enjoys partnering with the business, managing multiple sites, and taking a hands‑on, solutions‑focused approach to improving workplace safety outcomes.
About you:
A relevant WHS qualification (minimum Certificate IV in WHS)
Minimum 3 years’ experience consulting to internal clients on WHS Management Systems (WHSMS) or equivalent WHS experience
Strong practical capability providing WHS advice to frontline teams
Experience conducting WHS audits and managing corrective actions
Experience supporting or leading incident investigations
Confidence analysing WHS data, identifying trends and driving improvement initiatives
Highly developed communication, stakeholder engagement and report‑writing skills
Ability to work autonomously while effectively managing multiple sites
Strong organisational and time management skills
A proactive, solutions‑focused and customer‑centric approach
Excellent organisational & time management skills
High computer literacy (Excellent experience and skill in Microsoft Office)
Current and valid driver’s license
Highly regarded:
Experience in healthcare or aged care environments
Experience supporting multi‑site operations
WHS auditor or incident investigation qualifications
Return to Work or injury management experience
About Us:
BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.
We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.
That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.
If you would like to be considered for this role, attach your resume.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. Closing Date is subject to change without notice.
Successful applications will be subject to a variety of background checks including police background check via our online police check system.
BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.
Please note: This position is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting any employees directly as all communications must go through the Talent Acquisition. Unsolicited candidate profiles or CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Thank you.
498536
Canberra, ACT, Australia, 2601
Sydney, NSW, Australia
Max Term Full-Time
Add to favourites
12‑month max term full‑time contract | Location: Sydney or Canberra | Hybrid & flexible work arrangements
Provide trusted WHS partnering advice across multiple sites, supporting safer workplaces and positive safety culture
Opportunity to work within healthcare and aged care, contributing to outcomes that truly make a difference
About the role:
We are seeking an experienced Safety Partner to deliver high-quality Work Health and Safety advice and support to frontline services across multiple sites. Reporting to the Safety Lead, this role plays a key part in supporting a strong safety culture through practical guidance, compliance, auditing, incident investigation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Working closely with leaders and frontline teams, you will partner with stakeholders to support WHS compliance, undertake safety audits aligned to legislative and best‑practice standards, support incident investigations (including ICAM where required), and analyse safety data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
This role supports services across NSW and ACT, can be based in Sydney or Canberra, and includes occasional travel across sites. Hybrid and flexible work arrangements are supported.
This position is well suited to a WHS professional who enjoys partnering with the business, managing multiple sites, and taking a hands‑on, solutions‑focused approach to improving workplace safety outcomes.
About you:
A relevant WHS qualification (minimum Certificate IV in WHS)
Minimum 3 years’ experience consulting to internal clients on WHS Management Systems (WHSMS) or equivalent WHS experience
Strong practical capability providing WHS advice to frontline teams
Experience conducting WHS audits and managing corrective actions
Experience supporting or leading incident investigations
Confidence analysing WHS data, identifying trends and driving improvement initiatives
Highly developed communication, stakeholder engagement and report‑writing skills
Ability to work autonomously while effectively managing multiple sites
Strong organisational and time management skills
A proactive, solutions‑focused and customer‑centric approach
Excellent organisational & time management skills
High computer literacy (Excellent experience and skill in Microsoft Office)
Current and valid driver’s license
Highly regarded:
Experience in healthcare or aged care environments
Experience supporting multi‑site operations
WHS auditor or incident investigation qualifications
Return to Work or injury management experience
About Us:
BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.
We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.
That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.
If you would like to be considered for this role, attach your resume.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. Closing Date is subject to change without notice.
Successful applications will be subject to a variety of background checks including police background check via our online police check system.
BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.
Please note: This position is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting any employees directly as all communications must go through the Talent Acquisition. Unsolicited candidate profiles or CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Thank you.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Safety Partner position is now open for candidates interested in the Back Office Jobs sector. This role in Canberra offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Back Office Jobs is a plus.
