Governance Risk and Compliance

At Scyne we are public purpose sector specialists who support governments and their agencies, and not-for-profit organisations, to deliver services to Australians, helping to build more resilient, equitable, secure and prosperous communities. We are guided by our values of Stronger Together, Amplify Impact, Build Trusted Relationships, Value Every Person, Think Beyond Limits, and Defined by Ethics. Our purpose-driven professionals provide clients with access to the skills, capabilities and expertise to support the delivery of government agendas and public purpose projects, with specialist teams across three national practices:

• Transformation
• Risk, Programs and Cyber
• Commercial, Financial and Infrastructure

We are excited to announce that we have a newly created opportunity in our Risk, Programs and Cyber Practice located in either Sydney, Canberra or Melbourne. As a client-facing consultant, you'll provide expert advisory and implementation support to for-purpose and public sector organisations seeking to enhance both physical and psychological health and safety outcomes. You will work across diverse client environments to deliver tailored solutions that ensure compliance with relevant legislation including the Model Work Health and Safety Act 2011, Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, Psychological Health Regulations and align with best practice guidance from Safe Work Australia, ISO 45001 and ISO This role requires a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in safety systems integration, psychosocial risk management, and organisational wellbeing.

As a permanent member of our team, you'll have the chance to develop your consulting skills and experience and advance your career as a trusted advisor to our clients. You'll also benefit from mentorship by industry leaders, helping you build on your existing expertise.

Key Responsibilities

Consulting and Advisory

• Partner with clients to assess current health, safety, and wellbeing practices and identify gaps and opportunities.
• Provide strategic advice and practical support to implement integrated safety frameworks covering both physical and psychological health.
• Interpret and apply relevant legislation and regulatory guidance to client contexts, including the Model WHS Act and OHS Act.

Program Design and Delivery

• Co-design and deliver tailored health, safety, and wellbeing programs that reflect the values and operating environments of for-purpose and public sector organisations.
• Develop tools, resources, and training to build internal capability in hazard identification, risk management, and wellbeing leadership.
• Support clients in embedding safety and wellbeing into organisational culture, policies, and leadership practices.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Conduct internal audits, risk assessments, and incident reviews to support continuous improvement in both physical and psychosocial safety.
• Advise on regulatory obligations and support clients in responding to WorkSafe, Comcare, or other authority inquiries.
• Work alongside eGRC technology partners (e.g., ServiceNow, 6clicks, Protecht) to enable clients with modern, technology-enabled Health and Safety solutions

Stakeholder Engagement and Capacity Building

• Facilitate workshops, consultations, and training sessions with diverse stakeholder groups including executives, frontline staff, and HSRs.
• Build trusted relationships with client teams and act as a coach and mentor to internal WHS and wellbeing leads.
• Support cross-sector collaboration and knowledge sharing through communities of practice and thought leadership.

The ideal candidate for this role is values-aligned professionals who thrive on solving problems that matter. To be successful in this role, you will likely bring:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Work Health and Safety, People and Culture, Health, Safety & Wellbeing, Risk Management, or Regulatory Compliance.
• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Health, Organisational Psychology, Behavioural Science, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of WHS legislation, including the Model WHS Act, OHS Act 2004, and Psychological Health Regulations.
• Proven ability to apply ISO 45001 and ISO 45003 frameworks and Safe Work Australia guidance in practical settings.
• A highly organised and proactive team member keen to support on 2-3 client projects at any one time across a variety of industries and segments
• Strong facilitation, coaching, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• Please note that for candidates based in Canberra you are required to have Australian Citizenship and be willing to undertake Baseline clearance to support work with our Federal Government and Defence clients. For more information, please go to

Desirable

• AHPRA-registered Organisational Psychologist.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Organisational Psychology, Public Health, or Safety Leadership.
• Experience with trauma-informed practice, complex case management, inclusive workplace design, or culturally safe approaches.

Not sure if you tick every box? That's okay. If you're excited about this role and believe you can make a difference, we'd love to hear from you

• Market leading Parental Leave: Allows either carer to take 26 weeks of leave, flexibly, until a child is two years of age. A six-month minimum service requirement for new starters applies. We also make full superannuation contributions for up to 12 months (including unpaid parental leave).
• Flex working: Our people have the autonomy to choose where and when they work so they can integrate their professional and personal lives, finding the right balance that fuels their growth, wellbeing, engagement and productivity. If it works for them, their teams, and their clients, it works for us.
• Additional leave: a 5th week of paid leave to support rest, wellbeing, and inclusion during our annual summer shutdown also Birthday leave, First Nations Cultural Leave, Floating Public Holidays, Leave (purchased leave up to 12 weeks), Study Leave, Volunteering Leave, and more
• Smart Device reimbursement: Working flexibly means accessing the information you need on the go. That's why we help pay for your smartphone or tablet, claiming up to $60 a month towards your bill.
• Wellness and Lifestyle benefits: We'll give you $295 a year to spend on items or activities that support your wellness, and up to $205 a year to support your balanced lifestyle.
• Sonder: A digital care platform that empowers people to actively take control of their wellbeing to live well and perform at their best, free to Scyne Employees and their immediate family members.

A workplace where everyone belongs

We are committed to promoting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We encourage applications from those in marginalised and/or historically underrepresented communities within our workforce. Additionally, if you require any adjustments to the process, please let us know.

Interested in working together or want to find out more?

If you too share our purpose of helping governments and their agencies build more resilient, secure, equitable and prosperous communities, then you should apply today.