Project Manager, Health

Project Manager, Health & Safety Systems and Compliance Manager

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Employment Type: Temporary Full Time

Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3

Remuneration: $127,150 - $144,444 per annum

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: CCLHD

Requisition ID: REQ593064

Applications Close: Sunday, 17th August 2025 at 11:59pm

Lead large scale safety transformation across a complex health organisation.

Are you a proven WHS professional ready to set new standards for safety and wellbeing? Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is seeking an experienced Project Manager, Health & Safety Systems & Compliance Manager to lead the design, implementation and continuous improvement of our WHS management systems.

Why this role?

• Strategic impact: You will report directly to the Associate Director of Health, Safety & Wellbeing to review and enhance health, safety and wellbeing frameworks across our diverse local health district. Your leadership will directly influence organisational safety culture and health outcomes for staff and patients.
• Cross-functional leadership: Collaborate with executive directors, senior managers and teams across CCLHD to drive district wide safety strategies. Your voice will shape policy, practice and future initiatives in line with the WHS Act 2011, ISO 45001 and industry best practice.
• Best-practice integration: Benchmark against other health agencies and continuously align CCLHD's WHS systems with international standards. You will consult with SafeWork NSW, professional bodies and external agencies to ensure our safety systems are cutting edge and compliant.
• Empower leadership: Inspire and mentor leaders and staff to promote a proactive health, safety and wellbeing culture. You will design and deliver programs that build safety leadership and enhance risk management capacity across the organisation.
  
  

About The Role

• Lead the development, implementation and improvement of CCLHD's integrated Health, Safety & Wellbeing Management Systems.
• Ensure alignment with legislative requirements including the Work Health and Safety Act 2011, ISO 45001 and relevant international standards.
• Embed compliance into operational frameworks and foster continuous improvement.
• Design and deliver both operational and preventive safety strategies, incorporating innovative controls and emerging trends.
• Enhance risk assessment methodologies and maintain an up to date risk register.
• Analyse WHS data and trends to identify emerging risks and recommend strategic improvements.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, external agencies, unions and regulatory bodies to champion safety initiatives and best practice.
  
  

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.

About You

• Demonstrated success leading WHS management systems and driving continuous improvement within a complex environment.
• Proven ability to embed safety and compliance into operational frameworks and deliver district wide safety strategies.
• Strong risk management capabilities, with experience designing and implementing WHS policies and procedures to address both operational and preventive risks.
• The ability to analyse WHS data and trends, identify emerging risks and develop strategic improvements.
• A record of engaging with internal and external stakeholders, including regulators and industry bodies, to ensure best practice alignment.
• A passion for building safety leadership and fostering a proactive safety culture throughout the organisation.
  
  

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance – Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits – Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing – Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth – Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
  
  

For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive (PD2024_015). Please note that this is a Category B position which requires mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

Need More Information?

For Role-related Queries, Please Contact Lana Hogno On

Phone: 0407 590 895

Email: lana.hogno@health.nsw.gov.au

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• IndustriesHospitals and Health Care

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