FRP - Safety Manager

Want to be part of a significant project that will bring about positive change for an entire community? Lismore City Council’s ‘Flood Restoration Portfolio’ (FRP) can make that possible. The bold initiative represents the single largest public infrastructure restoration project ever undertaken by local government in NSW. Created in response to the devastating 2022 natural disaster, the FRP’s remit encompasses the restoration of the city’s public assets – roads, bridges, theatres, galleries, and sporting facilities, alongside the repair and enhancement of essential wastewater, waste management, and flood resilience infrastructure.  

The FRP is assembling a local and global talent team to deliver a stronger, more resilient Lismore. We welcome individuals who bring fresh perspectives that will help enable our vision for a vibrant community. Lismore’s Northern Rivers location fosters an ideal work-life balance. It offers lush farmland, beautiful parks, a World Heritage-listed rainforest to explore, great restaurants, a diverse arts and cultural scene, and more—all just a stone’s throw from the Gold Coast, Ballina, and Byron Bay. 

Today, Lismore is flourishing, and it's the perfect time to embrace and celebrate everything that makes the regional city so unique, while also being directly involved in shaping its future. 

This is not just a clipboard-and-checklist safety role. As a manager, you’ll be instrumental in shaping a safety-first culture across the Portfolio, combining boots-on-the-ground credibility with the ability to influence senior leaders, operational teams, support teams and contractors alike.

• Strong Safety Commitment - Proactive awareness of your own safety and others around you.
• Robust understanding of the WHS Act and Regulations and Safe Work NSW.
• Experience in Safety Management Systems and accurate reporting.
• Confident in leading safety from the office and on-site
• Ability to work collaboratively with project managers, supervisors, and contractors to ensure WHS obligations are understood and met. 
• Practical, people-focused, and driven to make an impact
• Ability to conduct safety training and develop safety programs.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in safety inspections and audits.

 What you'll need to be successful

• Tertiary qualifications in WHS, Health or similar related fields or extensive experience in WHS. 
• SafeWork Construction Induction Certificate (WHS White Card).
• TAE40122 - Certificate in Training and Assessment.
• Strong experience in a similar site-based construction and Local Government role.
• Drug and Alcohol Testing Certification, or willingness to attain.
• Investigation Certification for Lead Investigators (ICAM or similar), or willingness to attain.
• Lead Auditing Certification, or willingness to attain.
• Tickets in plant operation, working at heights, and confined spaces.
• Strong Safety Commitment - Be proactive and aware of your safety and that of others.
• Understanding of the WHS Act and Regulations and Safe Work NSW.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Please review the position description and use your resume and application responses in the application form below to demonstrate your ability to fulfill the position's responsibilities

Additional details

• Salary: Attractive remuneration for the right candidate. 
• Term Contract: contracted hours of work 70 hours a fortnight up to 30 June 2027.
• Closing date: Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate pool is established.
• Location: The position will based at our Flood Portfolio Office in Lismore. Flexible work options are available, working within operational requirements. 
• Conditions of Employment: Conditions of employment are in the Local Government (State) Award and relevant Council policy, procedures, and agreements.
• Pre-employment Screening: Before employment, pre-employment checks may be conducted, including health assessments, validation of the right to work in Australia, validation of qualifications and licenses, criminal history checks, psychometric assessments, and referee checks.
• Future Opportunities: This recruitment exercise may be used to fill vacancies and establish a merit list for future opportunities within six months.

Contact: For more information about this opportunity, please don't hesitate to contact Jennifer McEwen, HR Business Partner, at 0428 522 907. 

This recruitment exercise may be used for future vacancies, and within six months, a merit list for future opportunities may be established.

Lismore City Council is a proud employer of a diverse workforce, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to creating a diverse, flexible, and accessible workplace that mirrors the community we serve. We also welcome discussions about how our roles can be undertaken flexibly. Adjustments can be made throughout the application and selection process to support disabled applicants. If you would like to discuss adjustments, don't hesitate to get in touch with the People and Culture team on 02 6625 0500 or email people@lismore.nsw.gov.au