Health And Safety Manager

2 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Ashurst Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Ashurst is a leading global law firm with a determination to go beyond the ordinary by outpacing change. We have a community of 4800 people across over 30 offices globally and are a trusted adviser to top corporates, financial institutions and governments. What sets us apart is our ambition for our people and our clients.

What makes Ashurst a great place to work?

Flexible work options
Market leading parental leave of 26 weeks paid leave irrespective of gender
Health and wellbeing benefits, gym membership and corporate health plans
Genuine opportunities to grow your career through secondments or global opportunities,
Extensive Learning & Development opportunities including tailored professional development for all employees, coaching, mentoring and study support for further education.
We have a strong commitment to social impact, demonstrated by our extensive volunteering and pro-bono opportunities, as well as our award-winning social inclusion and mobility programs.
We are committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
The Opportunity

We have a great opportunity for an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join us in Brisbane. This is a new role responsible for leading and overseeing the health and safety function focussing on the APAC region. It is a hands on role and will include providing expert direction, advice and support on all health and safety matters including risk assessment, incident management, training, policy development and performance review as well as understanding emerging people risks with a focus on Respect at Work and wellbeing.

A full job description including a breakdown of responsibilities can be found attached to the role on our careers page

We are interested in hearing from people who have:

Extensive experience developing and managing health and safety in a professional services or legal environment
In depth knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practice in Asia Pacific & Australia
Excellent leadership, communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills
Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification in health and safety or a related field such as WHS Diploma
Chartered membership of IOSH or equivalent professional body
We value diverse perspectives at Ashurst, so even if you don't feel you meet all of the requirements, we still encourage you to apply.



  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Health Full time

    The role As the Health and Safety Manager, you will lead a dedicated team in providing health and safety support to the operational divisions for the Department of Health. Elevate your career by developing strategies to embed a safety culture across a diverse portfolio including warehousing, transport, laboratories, linen services, and corporate offices...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Transport And Main Roads Full time

    TMR is an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and encourages communication with the panel about additional support or adjustments to the recruitment process to enable applicants the opportunity to best participate**Accountabilities include**:- Functional lead for HSE as part of the CSB work health and safety delivery model.- Work collaboratively with...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Transport And Main Roads Full time

    **Some of the responsibilities will include**: - Lead and project manage the delivery of a future state safety operating model, safety management system, and governance. Monitor the performance and effectiveness of the safety function within the division, including through engagement with health and safety professionals and their line managers, surveillance...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Dnata Catering And Retail Full time

    MultipleElevate your career to a Higher AltitudeDo you have what it takes to lead the health, safety, wellbeing and environment functions across our national organisation?At dnata catering & retail, the sky is truly the limitAVIATION SUPPORT BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 2024AUSTRALASIA's AIRLINE CATERER OF THE YEAR 2025We are seeking an experienced National Manager...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Resources Safety And Health Queensland Full time

    The Manager, Health Strategy and Compliance leads a team responsible for the administration and enforcement of health-related obligations under Queensland's resources safety and health legislation. This includes obligation under the Coal Mine Workers' Health Scheme and requirements relating to managing the risks of psychosocial hazards.The position oversees...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Health Full time

    The roleReporting to the Principal Health and Safety Adviser (Fatigue), Health and Safety Unit, your role will support collaborations with key stakeholders across Queensland Health to assist the development, and coordination implementation of strategic health and safety management systems, programs and initiatives with a focus on fatigue, psychosocial risk...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Resources Safety And Health Queensland Full time

    Key accountabilities- Lead a multidisciplinary team in delivering regulatory services, strategic initiatives, policy and operational projects relating to the Scheme and other health-related legislative frameworks.- Lead the design, planning and execution of regulatory programs including licensing of medical providers, compliance programs including audits and...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Heritage And People'S Choice Full time

    Head of Safety, Health & WellbeingAre you ready to lead the safety journey of a values-driven mutual bank? Do you have the vision, expertise, and passion to build on a culture where the health, safety, and wellbeing of people are at the core?We're seeking an experienced **Head of Safety, Health & Wellbeing** to join our team and make a meaningful impact.-...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Health Full time

    About UsChildren's Health Queensland is a specialist statewide hospital and health service dedicated to caring for children and young people from across Queensland and northern New South Wales.We are committed to collaborating with all of our healthcare partners, most importantly families, to ensure we consistently deliver safe, high-quality patient and...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Resources Safety And Health Queensland Full time

    Operating from within the Occupational Health division, the Health Compliance Officer will help progress RSHQ's Strategic Objectives to be an exemplar expert regulator and promote improved safety and health outcomes. This is achieved by maintaining a contemporary risk-based regulatory framework and facilitating effective occupational health initiatives.The...