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Join to apply for the Senior WHS Risk Specialist role at Western Power1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Senior WHS Risk Specialist role at Western PowerGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Provide strategic advice for the effective management of work health and safety risk management across Western Power, including consultation with Heads of Function, Area Managers and Function groups to establish and review key work health and safety risk exposures.Provide strategic direction, subject matter expertise and advice in relation to the development and ongoing management of Western Powers work health and safety risk management programs.Your Role in ActionSupport and assist the business in the development and implementation of work health and safety risk management initiatives, as required.Monitor and report on critical work health and safety risks that impact on Western Power to ensure continual improvement of work health and safety performance.Liaison with key internal and external stakeholders to develop appropriate risk treatment strategies.Provide strategic advice for management of WHS risk across multiple business functionsConsult with Senior Leadership and operational staff to identify and review key health and safety risksOffer subject matter expertise and strategic direction in the development and continuous improvement of WHS management programsGuide and support both internal and external stakeholders in risk mitigation and WHS performance.Ensure effective WHS risk treatment strategies in collaboration with both internal and external stakeholdersProvide support and guidance in the review and assessment of Western Powers suppliers safety practices including incident investigations, safety plans and related documentation and external assurance activities to align with Western Powers SHE standardsWhat Makes You a Great FitTertiary level qualification in Safety, Risk, or other relevant disciplineExtensive experience in the provision of strategic advice and guidance to senior management on work health and safety risk and related issues.Proven experience managing safety on high-risk site-based operations.Strong Background in leading and communicating during significant safety incidents, with the ability to engage effectively with workers at all levels to identify root causes and implement remediation stratergiesExtensive experience in the provision of work health and safety risk advice and management of change.Experience in developing and delivering risk management studies including facilitation.Demonstrated knowledge of Work, Health and Safety legislation.Excellent communication skills, ability to think creatively and influence stakeholder, take initiative, plan, and execute complex projectsBy joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including:Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.Flexible work arrangements to support part time work, working hours and working from home arrangements.The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership.An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme.An innovative team culture thats enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.In addition to standard leave, enjoy two wellness leave days each year.Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists.On-site caf available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.Applicationsclose on 8th August 2025We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. Find out more about ourReconciliation Action PlanandDisability Access and Inclusion Plan.Learn more about Western Power here:About (westernpower.com.au)Find out how were building A Network for Life:A network for life (westernpower.com.au)Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOther and Strategy/PlanningIndustriesFacilities Services, Oil and Gas, and UtilitiesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Western Power by 2xGet notified about new Risk Specialist jobs in Perth, Western Australia, Australia.Greater Perth Area A$100,000.00-A$130,000.00 1 week agoMurdoch, Western Australia, Australia 3 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoInvestment Analyst Resources Sector Perth BasedPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 day agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 8 hours agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 4 months agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 3 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoAnalyst, Credit (12 month fixed term contract)Perth, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoRisk and Compliance, People and Culture and Markets Support | Senior ManagerPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 day agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoFinancial Analyst, Performance ReportingPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 month agoPerth Airport, Western Australia, Australia A$120,000.00-A$150,000.00 1 week agoIT Governance, Risk & Compliance SpecialistPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoStirling, Western Australia, Australia 3 months agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 3 days agoWHS Lead - Contractor Management / Critical RiskPerth Airport, Western Australia, Australia 6 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 6 months agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 3 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoFremantle, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 months agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 6 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 4 days agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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