National Work Health and Safety Manager

16 hours ago

Hampton East, Australia Arcare Aged Care Full time

**National Work Health & Safety Manager**

**Location**

Hampton East

**About Arcare**

As one of Australia’s leading aged care providers, we have over 50 residences in QLD, NSW, and VIC, with more on the way Our core focus is the relationship between residents, colleagues, and family members, with our residents and team at the heart of what we do.

Backed by a dedicated team of over 8500 employees, we strive to uphold our core values of Relationships, Uniqueness, Partnerships, and Flexibility, earning us a reputation that speaks for itself.

**Your key responsibilities**

As a key leader in the People and Culture team, you’ll drive Arcare’s Work Health & Safety strategy, ensuring best practices are deeply embedded across our multi-site operations.

Leading a small yet high-performing team across VIC, QLD, and NSW, you will:

- Champion Safety & Compliance - Develop and implement best practice WHS management systems and rehabilitation frameworks.
- Drive Continuous Improvement - Develop and monitor the **WHS Improvement Plan**,** ensuring ongoing refinement of safety and injury management systems.
- Establish **robust governance structures**, providing senior leaders with clear **risk insights** and** compliance assurance.**:

- Lead with Influence - Coach and inspire all levels of the organisation to seamlessly integrate safety into everyday operations.
- Accelerate Recovery & Well-being - Spearhead early intervention programs and return-to-work strategies that genuinely make a difference.
- Investigate & Innovate - Oversee serious incident investigations, analysing trends and implementing smart solutions that prevent recurrence.
- Shape the Future - Identify emerging risks, design training programs, and create a legacy of proactive safety leadership.

**What You Bring**

You are a safety leader who knows how to turn compliance into culture. Your background includes:

- Proven success leading WHS strategies across multi-site organisations.
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing WHS team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Tertiary qualification in Workplace Health & Safety.
- Deep expertise in workplace safety legislation and systematic safety management.
- Aged Care or Healthcare experience (preferred) - understanding the nuances of our industry.
- A positive, professional, and adaptable leadership approach that inspires confidence.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage at all levels.
- A strategic mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and implement impactful solutions.

**Why Arcare?**
- A People-First Culture - At Arcare, relationships are at the core of everything we do. We foster a genuine, supportive, and inclusive workplace where every team member is valued.
- A Leader in Aged Care - With over 50 residences across three states (and growing), we are a trusted name in premium aged care services, delivering high standards of safety, compliance, and person-centred care.
- A Commitment to WHS Excellence - We are committed to continuous improvement in workplace health and safety, ensuring our people feel supported, empowered, and protected.
- Innovation & Best Practice -You’ll have the opportunity to drive national WHS initiatives, governance frameworks, and strategic safety programs that make a real impact.

**Ready to Apply?**

To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button and submit your resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

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