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Add expected salary to your profile for insightsSt John of God Health Care is one of the largest private providers of health care services in Australia, employing more than 16,000 employees (caregivers). We operate 26 hospitals and services comprising more than 3,300 hospital beds, including home nursing, disability services and social outreach programs.St John of God Health Care (SJGHC) is seeking a seasoned and strategic leader to shape the future of Occupational Health, Safety and Wellbeing (OHS&W) across one of Australia''s largest not-for-profit health care providers.Reporting directly to the Chief People Officer, the General Manager, OHS&W will define and lead the organisation''s safety and wellbeing strategy, building a contemporary, data-informed, and prevention-focused framework that supports more all caregivers across multiple hospital, home, and community-based settings in three states.This is a critical leadership role that integrates health, safety, and wellbeing into SJGHC''s leadership and delivery of care. Working closely with the Executive and Board, you will partner with senior leaders and ensure systems are compliant and enable high performance and workforce wellbeing.Key areas of responsibilitySet strategic direction for OHS&W, aligned with SJGHC''s mission, values, and clinical and workforce priorities.Lead a national OHS&W function through a business partnering model, ensuring capability uplift, consistency of practice, and accountability across all services.Oversee governance and risk by developing critical risk controls, leading assurance activities, and driving improvements based on audit and incident insights.Champion caregiver wellbeing, with a strong focus on mental health, early intervention, and safe return to work practices.Maintain compliance and anticipate change by monitoring regulatory developments, industry benchmarks, and internal safety performance metrics to inform proactive decision-making.Partner and advise senior leaders, the Executive Team, and the SJGHC Board on safety trends, risk exposures, and strategic priorities.About youYou bring extensive OHS&W experience in large, complex organisations.You hold a relevant tertiary qualification in Occupational Health and Safety or a related discipline.You have a strong track record in leading organisational safety strategy, managing enterprise risk, and driving large-scale change.You are a credible and thoughtful communicator, capable of engaging executive stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and frontline teams.You are committed to both safety and wellbeing, recognising that physical and psychological health are equally critical to organisational performance.Above all, people will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.We can offer youHighly competitive salary and conditionsGenerous salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:Novated leasingwork related expensesself-education andadditional superannuationA healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programsEmployee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health InsuranceEmployee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Access to a range of Lifestyle, Health & Wellbeing rewards & discountsClose to public transport and central CBD location* All applicants are asked to submit a covering letter (of no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating how you meet the essential requirements of the roleFor enquiries, please contact Carly Smith, Recruitment Manager on (08) 6116 0533At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchHealthcare & Medical More than 10,000 employeesSt John of God Health Care (SJGHC) is a leading health care provider, with private hospitals, home nursing, pathology and social outreach services throughout Australia, New Zealand, and the wider Asia-Pacific region.As a Catholic not-for-profit group SJGHC return all profits to the communities we serve by updating and expanding our facilities and technology; expanding existing services and developing and acquiring new services; and providing social outreach services to people in need to improve health and wellbeing.With more than 120 years of experience in health care, we have an excellent reputation for providing quality health services to metropolitan and regional communities.St John of God Health Care (SJGHC) is a leading health care provider, with private hospitals, home nursing, pathology and social outreach services throughout Australia, New Zealand, and the wider Asia-Pacific region.As a Catholic not-for-profit group SJGHC return all profits to the communities we serve by updating and expanding our facilities and technology; expanding existing services and developing and acquiring new services; and providing social outreach services to people in need to improve health and wellbeing.With more than 120 years of experience in health care, we have an excellent reputation for providing quality health services to metropolitan and regional communities.Show morePerks and benefits Training and development Salary packaging Flexible work options Relocation assistance Discounts for hospital/health insurance services Lifestyle discounts #J-18808-Ljbffr