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• Lead the development, implementation & maintenance of effective WHS management systems, policies, and procedures
• Permanent role | Full time
• Hybrid & Parramatta Location

Mind strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people with a lived experience of mental ill health and recovery, and applicants from all cultures, genders, sexualities, bodies, abilities, spiritualities, ages and backgrounds.

Mind Australia is one of Australia’s largest providers of community-managed psychosocial services, supporting people experiencing mental health and wellbeing challenges to find help, hope and purpose in their lives. Operating for more than 45 years and employing more than 1,300 staff around Australia, Mind is a leading employer of people with lived experience of mental health challenges, recognising their unique ability to connect with and motivate clients and guide recovery.

About the role

The Heath, Safety and Wellbeing team, part of the People Practice and Learning (PPL) division, deliver national expert support and guidance on Safety, Injury Management, and Wellbeing. They focus on fostering a safe workforce by providing consistent and timely advice, developing policies, and implementing continuous improvement strategies, ensuring legislative compliance.

We are seeking an experienced and self‑motivated Health, Safety and Wellbeing Partner to join our team in Parramatta on a permanent, full‑time basis. In this role, you will lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of effective WHS and injury management systems, policies, and procedures to ensure organisational compliance with health and safety standards.

You will work collaboratively across the organisation, building strong relationships with managers, employees, and key stakeholders. Your expertise will guide the delivery of high‑quality advice, coaching, and continuous improvement initiatives across legislative compliance, occupational health, injury management, and risk management.

Key responsibilities

• Promote a safe workplace by implementing safety protocols and conducting regular assessments for preventative actions.
• Collaborate with management to foster a culture of safety and wellbeing across the organization.
• Develop, deliver, and coach leaders and employees on safe work, wellbeing, and injury management programs to enhance employee health and morale.
• Deliver expert strategic advice and technical HSW support to the managers on practice, policies and procedures, workplace safety, wellbeing management, rehabilitation and occupational risk management, to inform decision making and meet business needs.
• Support the development and delivery of HSW business processes, policies, procedures, and systems to ensure that Mind operates efficiently and effectively in preventing workplace hazards, incidents and injuries.

What you’ll bring

• Tertiary degree qualifications in Occupational Health & Safety, Organisational Behaviour, Psychology or other related field as designated by Mind and/or equivalent experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated ability to partner, coach, and provide expert advice while managing relationships and stakeholder engagement related to health, safety, and wellbeing (HSW) policies and practices.
• Proven capability to plan and prioritize effectively to meet strategic goals and stakeholder expectations.
• Strong skills in consulting, negotiating, influencing, and engaging with organizational leaders, staff, and external partners.
• Proficiency in strategic thinking, problem-solving, risk management, and data analysis, including conducting risk assessments.

Benefits

• Salary packaging up to $15,899 p.a. allows you to allocate a portion of your pre-tax income to cover living expenses (e.g. rent, mortgage, child care, car leasing expenses etc.)
• Option to access Meal and Entertainment allowance up to $2,650 p.a. via Salary Packaging.
• Generous leave entitlements including 8 weeks paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, and Monthly Accumulated Day off (Full time employees).
• Fitness Passport - Access to our corporate health and fitness program, providing you and family with access to a wide choice of fitness facilities.

Interested?

To apply visit Mind Careers - reference number 498919.  We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. Online applications must be submitted by 11pm Monday 26 January 2026. Please contact the person below for more information.

Natalie Poulsen, Manager - Health Safety & Wellbeing, Human Resources
Natalie.Poulsen@mindaustralia.org.au

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please contact us at hr@mindaustralia.org.au

Position Description

 PD Health Safety Wellbeing Partner (HR Ops) 20260108.pdf

The successful applicant is required to complete comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Screening Check.