Work, Health and Safety Manager (Health Manager Level 3)
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time; 38 hours per week
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3
Remuneration: $132,236 - $150,222 per annum + Annual Leave Loading + Superannuation
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ651581
Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. Our vision is excellence in health and healthcare for all! Come and join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia!
About the Role
Formed in 1882, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH) is a major metropolitan tertiary referral hospital and a principal provider of specialist healthcare. It remains one of the nation’s most respected hospitals, with a distinguished history serving the health needs of local, statewide, national and international communities.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Leading and managing the Work Health and Safety (WHS) portfolio throughout Royal Prince Alfred (RPA) and in various other services nearby, and acts as a consultancy services to the Executive, managers and staff, promoting and increasing awareness of WHS.
- The initiation, development, implementation, and maintenance of a comprehensive WHS program, as well as providing data and analysis of the program’s effectiveness and implementing appropriate prevention strategies.
- A direct report, the Manual Handling Coordinator.
For more information, please view the Position Description
Ideal Candidate
- Tertiary qualifications in work health and safety (WHS) and/or significant experience working at a senior level in this specialist area.
- Expertise in analysing and investigating WHS issues, and accident prevention programs.
- Ability to work with self-motivation as a member of a multi-functional team and ability to work with a minimum of supervision, as well as demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
Benefits and Perks!
- Accrued Day Off each month, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus
- Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
- Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families
- Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
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For enquiries, please contact Janice Capablanca Unal via email at Janice.CapablancaUnal@health.nsw.gov.au
Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day, apply now!
Applications Close: 23 April 2026
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