Head of Health and Safety
Our Business
Working at TasWater isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to deliver social, environmental and economic benefits for Tasmania today, and tomorrow.
Our talented workforce of over 950 employees keeps Tasmania thriving by providing exceptional water and sewerage services to over 460,000 customers every day.
We have a bold and ambitious future, inspired by our vision to unlock water’s full potential, centred on our customers and communities, our people and partners, the environment, and our collective water future.
Earlier this year, TasWater launched a new strategy with four key aspirations, including ‘Better Together’. This focuses on helping our people achieve their full potential through meaningful work in a safe environment that prioritises both physical and psychological well-being.
Over the coming 5 years we’re investing $1.5 billion to ensure a safe and secure water future for a growing Tasmania, and will we make great steps towards our aspirations of net zero carbon emissions and towards zero waste. Visit our website or YouTube channel to learn more.
The Role
As a high-profile leader in our organisation, this role will champion safety excellence and be the driving force behind the continuing development of our safety culture. Your influence at executive and board level will be crucial in driving impactful, lasting change, while safeguarding the wellbeing of our workforce and delivering on our people strategy.
The key deliverables in this role are:
- Lead and execute TasWater’s health and safety strategy, aligning it with broader business objectives
- Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of TasWater's Work Health and Safety Management System, ensuring compliance with all legislative requirements
- Manage the implementation of risk management strategies, particularly for complex and high-risk issues
- Drive the development and execution of behavioural safety programs, promoting a proactive approach to health and safety
- Lead the injury management and return-to-work programs, ensuring effective processes and compliance with relevant legislation
- Provide expert advice and support to senior management, acting as the primary point of contact for health and safety-related matters, including incident management and regulatory compliance
What we're looking for
We are seeking a strategic leader with a deep commitment to health and safety who has experience in complex organisations, with a dispersed operational workforce. A collaborative approach is critical along with a deep understanding of current WHS legislation, and the ability to inspire a culture of high safety standards across our business.
Suitable candidates will have the following experience:
- Extensive experience in a senior health and safety leadership role, with demonstrated success in managing health and safety systems in a complex environment
- Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a diverse team, fostering professional growth and driving continuous improvement
- Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
- Proven expertise in risk management, including hazard identification, analysis, and the development of effective risk mitigation strategies
- Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, workers compensation law, and emergency management principles, with a track record of ensuring compliance
- Experience in delivering successful behavioural safety improvement programs, with a focus on creating a positive safety culture
Why TasWater
Across our multi-disciplinary organisation, we are serious about enhancing the skills and careers of our team members. When you join TasWater, you join company that offers career development pathways, training courses and access to subject matter experts.
We are continuing to build an inclusive workplace and workforce that truly represents the Tasmanian community that we serve. We value diversity in all its many forms and welcome a range of perspectives and identities to enrich the way we work and what we do.
We take pride in being acknowledged as an employer of choice for women by WORK180. Visit the Work180 website to view our benefits and policies, such as 18 weeks paid parental leave for all parents regardless of tenure and with full superannuation contributions. We’re continuing to work on future benefits through a dedicated Employee Experience team.
The Details
This role can be based in either Hobart, Launceston, or Devonport and attracts a salary of circa $250,000 (inclusive of superannuation), negotiable dependent on experience.
If you want to learn more about this role or need assistance in applying, please contact Jo Giannini – GM People, Culture & Safety on 0499 971 843, or Oliver Braithwaite - Talent Acquisition and Pathways Manager on 0487 715 364.
Applications close 11am on Wednesday 11th September. Please click here to view the Position Description.
