Title: Senior Advisor, Project Safety
About VHBA
The Victorian Health Building Authority (VHBA) is responsible for the rollout of the Victorian Government's multi-billion-dollar health capital projects. We're delivering world-class health facilities across Victoria including new public hospitals and emergency care, community health services, ambulance branches, residential aged care and mental health facilities. VHBA also provides technical support across engineering, property, asset management and environmental sustainability disciplines.
The Opportunity
This role is responsible in the development and implementation of effective safety management standards, practices, and reporting processes across VHBA's program of major health infrastructure projects. Working closely with project delivery teams, you’ll ensure safety risks are proactively identified, managed, and controlled. This role also provides strategic guidance on incident investigations, root cause analysis, and emergency response planning.
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Proactively manage and maintain the Safety Incident Management System (SIMS), including onboarding, data entry, action tracking from HPIs, tracking NCRs, generating reports, and driving system enhancements.
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Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure understanding and alignment with health and safety management system requirements, procedures, processes and relevant legislation.
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Manage and enhance records management databases and office systems, including internal and external SharePoint collaboration platforms.
We are looking for:
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Proven ability to interpret and apply Occupational Health and Safety legislation to deliver technical safety guidance across diverse stakeholders and capital projects.
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Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to actively listen, understand stakeholder needs, foster collaboration, and offer clear guidance, support, and direction.
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Proven experience in defining, scoping, planning, and managing projects and improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing health and safety outcomes.
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Hold a valid car licence and be willing to travel to regional areas, with the occasional overnight stays.
To learn more about the opportunity and view the full requirements please download a copy of the Position Description HERE.
Interested in working with VHBA?
Please click the “Apply” button to submit a copy of your resume and a cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
We don’t want you to miss out! Please only apply for this position via the “Apply” button as emailed applications will not be considered.
Applications close 11.59pm on Sunday 26th of October 2025.
If you require any adjustment to the recruitment and selection process or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please contact VHBA.recruitment@health.vic.gov.au
Further information
VHBA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a values-led, diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe our teams should represent the diversity of our communities in which we work, and we actively embrace and celebrate people from all walks of life.
All prospective employees undergo a National Criminal Records Check. You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, police checks, reference checks, qualification checks and role related clearances.
