Sydney
Work Health & Safety/People, Performance & Technology
Full Time/Permanent
$129,721 per annum plus superannuation
Caring for our city, creating a future for all
Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city:Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.
Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.
About the role
The City of Sydney has an exciting opportunity for a motivated person to join our friendly and professional Work Health and Safety Team that work across several areas to keep our employees safe, happy and healthy.
In this role, you’ll provide professional WHS advice, deliver specialist expertise, and implement best practice systems and processes across the Chief Operations Office Division.
The role is responsible for coaching, guiding, and supporting staff to build internal capability, enhance site safety, and drive continuous improvement in safety outcomes.
We’re looking for someone with:
- tertiary qualifications in Work Health and Safety
- demonstrated knowledge of statutory legislation and regulatory obligations that impact Work Health and Safety, operational activities, and organisational compliance
- well developed interpersonal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and prepare clear, accurate documentation.
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This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.
The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration, medical assessment and criminal history check.
Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Wednesday 1 July 2026.
For more information, contact Lara Mansill, WHS Lead Chief Operating Office on 02 9265 9546.
What we can offer you
You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.
Flexible working
- 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance
- Collaborative approach to flexible working
- City centre head office, with many public transport options
Professional development
- Leadership and management development program
- Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
- Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
- Long service and employee recognition awards
- Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling
Supporting families
- We provide 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting diverse and inclusive families
- Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
- Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
- Part-time and job-sharing options available
- Supportive return-to-work environment
Inclusive culture
- Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
- Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
- Recognised family inclusive workplace
- Veteran employment supporter
Find out why acareer at the City of Sydneymight be right for you.
How to apply
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.
All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us.
We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us atrecruitment@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.auor 02 9265 9333.
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