Safety Business Partner

Join Our Safety and Wellbeing Team

Be part of a proactive and collaborative team committed to enhancing workplace safety and wellbeing across the Sutherland Shire Council.

• Lead the development and implementation of effective safety management systems.
• Collaborate across all levels to foster a strong, values-driven safety culture.
• Use your interpersonal strengths to influence and educate for lasting safety improvements.

Discover Your Future with Sutherland Shire Council

Sutherland Shire Council is dedicated to improving the quality of life for our community through innovative services and inclusive initiatives. Our diverse team works together to uphold high standards of governance, community engagement, and employee wellbeing.

We value people who bring not only technical expertise but also emotional intelligence, adaptability, and a genuine commitment to building a safer, healthier workplace. Join us in shaping a culture where safety is everyone's responsibility.

About The Role

As a Safety Business Partner, you'll play a pivotal role in driving safety compliance and cultivating a positive safety culture. You'll partner with internal stakeholders to deliver expert advice on safety and supplementing injury management, while leading the implementation and maintaining of our Work Health and Safety Management System.

This role requires someone who can educate, influence, and negotiate effectively—especially with council employees—ensuring safety practices are understood, embraced, and embedded across the organisation.

You'll work closely with the Executive, Senior Managers, and operational teams to:

• Promote safety best practices and continuous improvement.
• Support the development of our Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
• Champion psychological and physical safety in the workplace.

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking a safety professional who not only meets the technical requirements but also brings a strong cultural fit and personal traits that support collaboration, education, and influence.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a WHS discipline or equivalent experience.
• Current Driver's Licence.
• Extensive experience in WHS across complex environments.
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation and its practical application.
• Skilled in risk assessment, system auditing, and incident investigation.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

In addition, desirable qualifications include a Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment, a Diploma in Work Health and Safety, and experience with WHS management systems such as Figtree.

Personal Traits That Will Help You Succeed:

• Empathetic communicator who can tailor safety messages to diverse audiences.
• Confident negotiator who can influence outcomes while maintaining trust.
• Educator mindset with the ability to coach and mentor others in safety practices.
• Culturally aware and values-driven, with a commitment to inclusivity and collaboration.
• Resilient and adaptable, able to navigate change and drive continuous improvement.

Join our Team and Grow with Us

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 30 November 2025
• Interview date:
  Interviews will be conducted week commencing Monday 8 December 2025
• Package:
  Competitive salary will be negotiated with the successful candidate
• Hours of work:
  Permanent Full Time 35 hours per week with the option of a 19-day month through Council's flex system.
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government's Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.