Health, Safety & Wellbeing Business Partner

Permanent - Full Time Position (Flexible)

Band 6 - starting at $94,850.87 + super + RDO (RDO applicable for full time 38 hours per week only)

• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on work/life balance
• Excellent employee benefits and competitive hourly rates
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment  

Yarra City Council is a vibrant and forward-thinking organisation, committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity, continuous improvement, and staff development. We are dedicated to making a positive impact in people's lives and constantly strive to enhance the services we deliver to our community.

We are seeking a safety professional to join our well-established Health, Safety & Wellbeing Unit in the People & Culture Branch. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to community wellbeing. At Yarra, we recognise the importance of professional growth and work-life balance. This role offers a range of benefits, including a strong emphasis on long-term career development, access to internal advancement opportunities, a flexible hybrid work model, and the support of a collaborative team.

This is an ideal opportunity for a safety professional with 1–3 years of experience who is ready to take the next step in their career. To support your success, the role includes on-the-job learning, leadership development opportunities, and clear pathways for internal progression.

The ideal candidate will hold a Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) or a related field such as Risk Management, along with some relevant experience. Alternatively, candidates with less formal qualifications but substantial relevant experience in the field will also be considered. Previous experience as an OHS professional—or in a comparable specialist role—is essential, along with a broad range of practical, on-the-job experience. A demonstrated ability to engage with stakeholders, implement effective OHS management systems, and manage areas such as injury management and WorkCover claims is also required.

For further information see the position description or contact Matt McDonald, Health, Safety & Wellbeing Coordinator on matthew.mcdonald@yarracity.vic.gov.au

 100789 - HS&W Business Partner - Position Description (July 2025).pdf

Applications close on Wednesday 13 August 2025 at 11:55pm. 

 To apply for this role, please upload your CV, Cover Letter and Key Selection Criteria.

*This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.