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Senior OHS Consultant


Company : Gallagher


Location : Melbourne, Victoria


Created : 2026-03-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Introduction Welcome to Gallagher - a global community of people who bring bold ideas, deep expertise, and a shared commitment to doing whats right. We help clients navigate complexity with confidence by empowering businesses, communities, and individuals to thrive. At Gallagher, youll find more than a job; youll find a culture built on trust, driven by collaboration, and sustained by the belief that were better together. Whether you join us in a clientfacing role or as part of our brokerage division, our benefits and HR consulting division, or our corporate team, youll have the opportunity to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of something bigger. Experience a workplace where youre encouraged to be yourself, supported to succeed, and inspired to keep learning. Thats what it means to live The Gallagher Way. Overview Gallagher is a global leader in insurance broking, risk management and consulting, with over 71,000 employees worldwide in over 130 countries. We have a global reach with a local presence and pride ourselves on being a socially responsible and an ethical organisation expressed through our Shared Values, The Gallagher Way. We are proud to have been awarded one of Insurance Business Australia Top Insurance Employers and Forbes Best Employer for Women. Join Gallagher''s Workplace Risk team as a Senior OHS Consultant and make a real difference in helping organisations create safer, healthier workplaces across diverse industries. Reporting to the National Practice Leader, you''ll deliver expert OHS consulting services, partnering with clients to design and implement tailored safety solutions that fit their unique needs. You''ll work alongside a talented, positive, and driven team of safety professionals in a supportive, goaloriented environment. A day in the Life Build and improve OHS management systems, from developing policies, procedures and risk strategies to delivering engaging training sessions Carry out audits, risk assessments, incident investigations (including serious incidents) and psychosocial risk reviews Use client OHS platforms to manage safety data, documents and records effectively Collaborate with clients, regulators, legal teams and other stakeholders to drive better safety results Travel to client sites to understand their challenges and provide handson support Work with team budgets to plan and deliver projects efficiently, ensuring resources are allocated wisely for maximum safety impact and value Why this role stands out Work with a wide variety of clients and industries, no two days are the same Competitive base salary and performance incentives Be part of a highly skilled, collaborative team that values innovation and impact We''re looking for someone with A Bachelors degree in OHS, Organisational Psychology or a related field (or a postgraduate qualification in OHS) Solid experience as a Safety Consultant or in a similar advisory/project leadership role Deep knowledge of Australian WHS/OHS legislation, modern safety practices (hazard management, incident investigation, risk assessment, training & engagement) and workers compensation impacts Strong track record in leading OHS projects, developing strategies and motivating teams Strong knowledge and understanding of Work Health and Safety and Occupational Health and Safety legislation Lead Auditor qualification or working towards Exemplar Global registration Additional certifications or coursework in safetyrelated disciplines (such as Auditing or Occupational Hygiene) will be advantageous Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Great organisation, time management and the ability to deliver under pressure during busy periods Gallagher Benefits including tuition assistance; career development and training to build a personalised career pathway; wellbeing offerings; employee assistance program; additional weeks Lifestyle leave; Gallagher Rewards for discounts at 1,000+ major retailers; Employee Stock Purchase Plan to invest in the companys growth potential; paid Volunteering days; and salarysacred superannuation options. Apply now Via our careers website, or for further information, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] Any offer of employment and subsequent continuing employment is dependent upon the satisfactory completion of background checks by Gallagher or by an external third party provider. Compensation And Benefits On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the minimum core benefits youll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve: 4 weeks annual leave plus up to 2 weeks additional purchased Lifestyle Leave Novated Leasing opportunities Two paid volunteer days annually Health Insurance Discounts with our Group Insurance Plan Employee Stock Purchase Program Paid parental leave Other benefits include Flexible and hybrid work arrangements Mental Health and Wellbeing Support for yourself and immediate family members Employee Recognition Awards and Service Milestone Recognitions Peer Support Program Annual flu vaccinations Access to Reward Gateway discount offers at over 350 retailers! And more... We value inclusion and diversity Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and its embedded into the fabric of our organisation. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work. Gallagher embraces our employees diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest. Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, colour, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender nonconforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employeremployee relationship, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of a qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. #J-18808-Ljbffr