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Location Mildura Category People & Culture Job Type Full Time Ongoing Reference Code 10491 Closing Date April 21, 2026 SuniTAFE is seeking a Manager, Workplace Health, Safety and Wellbeing to lead and elevate safety and wellbeing outcomes across our campuses. Located in Mildura, Swan Hill and Cardross with modern amenities and a strong sense of community, this role offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career while enjoying an enviable lifestyle. This leadership position sits within the vocational education and training sector that changes lives. Reporting to the Head of People and Culture, you will define, lead and manage SuniTAFEs end-to-end health, safety and wellbeing program, ensuring legislative compliance while driving a proactive, risk-based culture. You will lead campus-wide health, safety and wellbeing initiatives, oversee incident and emergency management frameworks, and implement a comprehensive risk framework across the organisation. This role is about creativity, influence and impact. You will partner with leaders, and staff to deliver innovative health and safety and wellbeing strategies aligned to SuniTAFEs Strategic Plan. This is a rare opportunity to lead and shape a safe, healthy workplace and learning environment. Your responsibilities will include: Define, lead, and manage SuniTAFEs health and safety program, including compliance and audit functions, to meet legislative requirements. Drive the implementation of a comprehensive risk framework for assessing and managing risk. Facilitate risk assessments and workplace inspections, including follow-up actions and verification of control effectiveness. Provide advice to managers and the executive leadership team regarding workplace health, safety and wellbeing. Coordinate and monitor key WHS programs. Provide guidance and coordination for the management of incidents Lead and support incident investigations ensuring appropriate worker involvement and identification of contributing factors. Develop, implement and review Emergency Management Plans covering credible scenarios and site-specific risks. Contribute to employee wellbeing processes across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding and offboarding. Provide leadership to the OHS Committee, Safety Management Meeting, safety staff to support the delivery of the workplace health, safety and wellbeing. SuniTAFE employee benefits that Make a Difference At SuniTAFE, we believe in supporting our team both professionally and personally. You may be able to enjoy: Flexible Working Arrangements to help you support your daily commitments, including option to work from home or compressed hours and up to 4 weeks additional purchased leave. Salary packaging for novated vehicle leases, portable electronic devices, or superannuation TAFE Kids Childcare Centre on Mildura campus: Priority access and discount for SuniTAFE employees children. Free on-site car parking. Onsite Library offering a vast selection of books across various categories. Onsite Nexus Cafe for a range of tasty and nutritious meals available for purchase. Professional Development and Career pathway opportunities Employee Mental Health and Wellbeing Program prioritising your growth and happiness at work. For the Key Selection Criteria, please refer to the position description. The successful candidate will be required to provide: Working with Children Check - employee. Criminal Record check (less than 6 months old) Applications for this position will close on 21 April 2026 at 5 pm. This position is open to Australian residents only or those with current working rights in Australia. All applications will be reviewed as they are received. For further information please contact Angela Gransden, Head of People & Culture via email at or telephone on 0438 895 961 How to apply: Candidates are always encouraged to apply for positions that match their particular skill set. Your application must include: Your updated Resume A Cover letter (no more than 2 pages, addressing the key selection criteria.) A current resume and cover letter demonstrating where you have worked and what you have done. All applications must be made by the position closing date through the application portal - Sunraysia Institute of TAFE (SuniTAFE) is a child safe organisation that is committed to the safety of children and young people. Please read SuniTAFE''s Commitment to Child Safety.