Manager - Safety, Injury Management & Prevention

Do you want to work for an iconic Western Australian organisation committed to changing lives and making a difference to your community?

For more than 130 years, St John WA has been a cornerstone of support in Western Australia connecting with community through education, training and care.  

As a trusted not-for-profit, the organisation’s unwavering mission is to serve humanity and build resilient communities which we do through a strong team spirit, camaraderie and the collaboration of all team members – paid and volunteers alike - working together to support wellbeing and health for every Western Australian.  

St John WA is powered by team members who have a strong sense of belonging and purpose and combined we are a leader in pre-hospital care and related products.

Last year, we connected with 1.2 million Western Australians including:  

• 340,000 people through first aid training, education and engagement,  
• 362,000 people who received care close to where they live and work,  
• 410,000 received trusted transport and emergency care when they needed it most.   

A job to be proud of:

Are you passionate about workplace health and safety? Do you thrive in a leadership role where you can influence a strong safety culture?

Join St John WA as our Manager Safety, Injury Management and Prevention, a permanent full-time role based in Belmont. You will lead and oversee a team of health and safety professionals in fostering a safe and thriving work environment. You will play a key role in shaping safety strategies, driving cultural change, and providing expert guidance on workplace health and safety matters.

What you’ll do:

• Shape the vision and strategic direction for workplace safety
• Lead Safety, Injury Prevention, and Injury Management Support teams
• Provide expert advice on WHS legislation, compliance, and risk management
• Oversee investigations, incident reporting, and preventive safety measures
• Manage WHS, Workers’ Compensation, and Injury Prevention programs
• Develop and implement WHS reporting frameworks
• Promote a strong safety culture through training and awareness campaigns
• Allocate resources effectively to meet service, cost, and time expectations
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement in safety practices
• Support and mentor team members while managing people-related matters

What you’ll need:

• Postgraduate qualification in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field
• 5+ years’ experience in health and safety management
• Strong knowledge of WHS regulations and best practices
• Leadership experience in managing WHS teams
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and drive continuous improvement
• Certification in health and safety (e.g., AIHS, NEBOSH, IOSH) is highly desirable.

What’s in it for you?

The successful candidate will be offered an interactive and supportive working environment within a positive and professional team along with:

• $550 Health and Wellness reimbursement
• 17.5% leave loading
• Corporate uniform
• Competitive remuneration package
• Salary packaging options
• Free emergency ambulance cover
• Free first aid training

Are you ready to change lives?

To apply for this exciting opportunity please select "Apply Now". Applications must include a detailed cover letter outlining your motivations for this position and resume.

Alternatively, if you have any questions, please contact Passang Dema – Talent Sourcing Consultant at passang.dema@stjohnwa.com.au

Applications close on Wednesday 9th April at 6:00pm

St John WA is committed to creating an inclusive environment which provides a sense of belonging and enables a welcoming, diverse, capable and connected workforce who represent the community we serve. Our goal is to ensure people feel safe to be themselves.

We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and all other suitable applicants.

Please note that St John will not accept recruitment agency applications for this position.

St John reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received. The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John