Director Specialist Harm Prevention

2 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia SafeWork NSW Full time
Overview

Director Specialist Harm Prevention – SafeWork NSW leads transformative harm prevention strategies that protect lives and shape the future of workplace safety across NSW.


This range is provided by SafeWork NSW. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.



Base pay range

A$239,483.00/yr - A$263,586.00/yr



What You'll Do
  • Shape and lead specialist compliance programs that combine regulatory rigour with practical, risk-based interventions.
  • Collaborate with industry leaders, co-regulators, and government partners to design and deliver initiatives that drive real behavioural change.
  • Provide expert advice to senior executives and ministers on emerging risks and critical safety matters.
  • Champion innovation in regulatory practice, leveraging data and intelligence to target high-risk sectors and emerging hazards.
  • Build and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement.


What You'll Bring
  • Proven strategic leadership in regulatory or compliance environments, ideally with a focus on harm prevention or public safety.
  • Deep understanding of risk management frameworks and data-driven decision-making.
  • Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence across government, industry, and community sectors.
  • Experience leading complex programs and teams in high-stakes environments.
  • A forward-thinking mindset with the ability to anticipate and respond to emerging workplace risks.


Why Join Us

At SafeWork NSW, we're not just enforcing rules—we're shaping the future of work. This role offers the chance to make a tangible difference in people's lives, while working in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment that values innovation, integrity, and impact.



Ready to lead change?

Submit your application including a resume and cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the role requirements.


Click Here to access the Role Description. For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Caitlin Birrell via caitlin.birrell@customerservice.nsw.gov.au.


Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.



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A career at the Department of Customer Service (DCS) gives you the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reform that benefits people across NSW. We are focused on delivering excellent customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform. Come join us and influence the future of our great state.



Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace

The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives.


You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here.



We want you to bring your best self to this application process. If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form) please contact Caitlin Birrell via caitlin.birrell@customerservice.nsw.gov.au or 02 9494 8351.



For more information

Information on some of the different types of disabilities and adjustments available for the recruitment process can be found here.



Seniority level
  • Director


Employment type
  • Full-time


Job function
  • Government Administration
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