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Play a key role in safeguarding people, property, and processesChampion proactive risk and facilities management advise and processesApply your WHS expertise to ensure compliance and reduce workplace risks across all sitesAbout the RoleThe Safety and Facilities Partner is responsible for leading functional WH&S management and providing facilities advise in support of the State Government Election in 2027. This role will be based out of both the Centralised Count Centre (Clyde) during the election peak periods and head office located in Sydney city.Working closely with the Manager, Safety and Facilities, the role fosters a safety-first culture that encourages accountability, protects employee wellbeing, and ensures compliance with relevant legislation and organisational policies.The role is a Temporary Full-time position for up to 12 months. About the NSW Electoral CommissionThe New South Wales Electoral Commission delivers trusted and independent systems, processes, oversight and engagement that support democracy in New South Wales. Our vision is to maintain confidence in the integrity of the democratic process and make it easy for people to understand and participate.Our work includes:Running and regulating electionsCommunicating and engaging with current and future voters, key NSW community stakeholders and NSW election participants; andInvestigating possible offences and enforcing electoral and lobbying laws such as the Electoral Act 2017 and the Electoral Funding Act 2018.What we offerOpportunity to work on large scale events and assist your local communityCareer development opportunities through study and face to face trainingAccess to self-paced expert-led training via LinkedIn LearningEmployee Assistance Program for wellbeing supportStaff social events to connect with colleaguesWork/Life balance (35 hour working week), flex leave, generous holidays and leave conditionsAccess to Fitness Passport for eligible staffFree annual flu vaccinationConvenient CBD location, access to public transportKey knowledge, experience and essential requirementsProven experience in facilities and safety management principles and practices.Strong understanding of relevant WHS legislation and Codes of Practice.Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent professional experience (approximately 10 years).Politically neutral with no affiliation to political parties or lobbyists/campaigners.Satisfactory Criminal Record check result.How to applyTo apply please send a covering letter summarising your skills, knowledge and work experience, along with an up-to-date resume which clearly detail your skills and experience as relevant to this role to .For further information regarding the role please download the Role DescriptionFor further queries, contact Giulia Giovagnoli from Zenergy at .Applying for a role in the NSW Public ServiceFor more information on how to apply for a role in the NSW Public Service, please refer here.The NSW Electoral Commission embraces diversity and inclusion and is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the population of New South Wales. We welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds and encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, mature-age people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.If you have any questions about applying or would benefit from an adjustment to the recruitment process to help you perform your best please contact . For more information on recruitment adjustments visit I Work for NSW Adjustments for individual needs.Applications received and completed after closing time will not be considered for selection.The selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.For further information, contact NSW Electoral Commissions Talent team on .Other InformationYour employment will be subject to National Criminal Records Check to determine your suitability for employment. The NSW Electoral Commission is committed to maintaining public confidence in the integrity of the electoral system. The Commission requires all its employees to refrain from membership of any political party and from engaging in political activity which could be seen as reflecting adversely on the strict political neutrality of the Commission. To maintain political neutrality, applicants for roles with the Commission who are, who have been or who may be perceived to be or have been connected with political activities may also be ineligible for appointment and should disclose such information as part of their application. This does not include voting in a Commonwealth, State or Local Government election, which is compulsory in NSW. The Commissions Political Neutrality Policy may be viewed on its website.A talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing and temporary roles of the same work classification that may become available for filling over the next 18 months.The role is primarily based at 231 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, with hybrid working arrangements. During election support periods, the role is based on-site at Clyde for approximately four months.Applications Close: Tuesday 7th April 2026 @ 11.59pm