Risk, Safety and Compliance Officer

Job Description

Reporting To: Chief Financial Officer Location: Hobart, Tasmania About Us Stadiums Tasmania is a statutory authority established by the Tasmanian Government under the provisions contained in the Stadiums Tasmania Act 2022 (the Act) to centralise the ownership, management, and capital development of Tasmania’s major public stadiums, and fulfill a role in attracting and hosting national and international events whilst still being accessible to the wider Tasmanian community. Our vision is to make Tasmania a leading destination for world-class events and to enhance the social, cultural, and economic wellbeing of Tasmanians. About the Opportunity We are looking for an energetic, detail-oriented and highly motivated Risk, Safety and Compliance Officer who will work with the Stadiums Tasmania Executive team to develop, implement and drive Stadiums Tasmania’s work health and safety culture. This will be achieved by providing technical guidance to leaders and teams to ensure they understand their responsibilities under work health and safety laws and to enhance their commitment to health and safety in the workplace, reducing risk and injury and ensuring a safe workplace. The successful candidate will need to be adept at building and maintaining relationships and meeting the needs of a diverse stakeholder group, whilst meeting statutory obligations. This role offers candidates a significant opportunity to be a part of an exciting organisation and contribute to the successful establishment of Stadiums Tasmania. Major Duties Establish and maintain systems and procedures to ensure the efficient and effective undertaking of WHS responsibilities within our stadiums. Promote sound and contemporary WHS practices in our stadiums with key stakeholders. Influence a positive safety culture. Assist with the development and implementation of the key policies and procedures identified as part of our WHS GAP analysis. Develop hazard, injury and incident reporting system. Analyse risk, safety and compliance trends and make recommendations. Liaise with key stakeholders for risk, safety and compliance inspections and audits. Assist in the development of Annual Building Essential Maintenance Requirements. Coordinate risk assessments, controls and risk mitigation. Support Stadiums Tasmania’s hazard register. Provide assistance with investigation of hazards and serious injuries. Chair the Stadiums Tasmania Health and Safety Committee. Provide advice and contribute to the development of WHS elements of the Strategic Plan. Conduct reviews of risk, safety and compliance policies and procedures. Work within timelines and budget to meet WHS deliverables. Provide regular risk, safety and compliance reports and statistics. Coordinate and conduct professional learning sessions to relevant stakeholders. Produce relevant WHS documentation, including training guides, manuals, policies and procedures as required. Contribute to the development and implementation of the WHS Annual Plan. Provide assistance with general risk projects as directed by the Executive Leadership Team. Key Success Factors The role will require someone who is both strategic and hands-on, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines at once. You will be a great communicator and proactive in identifying system and process improvement opportunities. In addition to demonstrating relevant experiences across the core functional areas of responsibility identified above, the successful candidates will require the following skills, experience and qualifications: Essential Knowledge and experience in developing and implementing risk, safety and compliance strategies in a live environment with competing demands and the need to prioritise patron and staff safety prior, during and post an event. Demonstrated comprehension of WHS practices and principles. Demonstrated understanding of WHS legislation and statutory requirements. Ability to deliver training to staff, contractors and others. Proficient with office equipment and technology and use of Microsoft Office and Google suite of applications. Able to work independently with broad direction. Highly effective administrative and decision-making skills that demonstrate clarity, competence and a collaborative approach. Demonstrated professional integrity. Able to work in a team environment. Able to apply high-level communication skills, both verbally and in writing to a wide range of people. Excellent time management and organisational abilities. Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail. Reliable and dependable. Able to use initiative to anticipate and create practical solutions to problems. Able to maintain integrity and confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information and matters. Able to undertake research and data analysis. Able to manage and resolve conflicts in a constructive manner. Minimum 5 years’ experience in similar role. Strong stakeholder management and relationship building skills with demonstrated ability to partner with other leaders or organisations to achieve patron focused outcomes. Ability to set priorities, plan work programs, meet deadlines and manage time effectively. High energy, enthusiasm and drive, inspiring others to achieve. Current Tasmania driver’s licence. Satisfactory Working with Vulnerable People Card. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory police check. Stadiums Tasmania will reimburse the cost of this once presented. Desirable A broad understanding of the Tasmanian and Australian sports and major events landscape, and the role that venue safety and places of mass gathering play in this landscape. Diploma in WHS or equivalent. Experience or a desire to build on your ability to present to Boards and senior leaders and succinctly communicate issues or opportunities. Our Values Excellence - We strive to be world-class in everything we do. Collaboration – We are embedded in our communities, understand the needs of our stakeholders, and work together for collective benefit. Balance – We seek to optimise, commercial, economic and community outcomes. Inclusion – Our organisation, our venues and our events are equally for all. Employee Benefits Remuneration Range - $TBC Employee Assistance Program: Get free confidential support for your mental health. Reward and Recognition: Celebrate your achievements with us. Professional Development: Grow your skills with our opportunities. Flexible Working: Enjoy genuine flexibility. Inclusion and Diversity: Join our inclusive environment. Supportive Leadership: Thrive with our guidance. A High Performing Culture: You will lead and be led, challenge and be challenged. Central Location: Convenient facilities in the heart of Hobart. Additional Information Some out of normal hours work and work on weekends will be required in addition to intra-state travel. This position description details the minimum skills required to perform the duties of this role. Other duties may be allocated, as required. The successful applicant will be required to provide evidence of their right to work in Australia e.g. tax file number, copy of Birth Certificate or Passport and Visa. Stadiums Tasmania employees are bound by the ethics principles, which are contained in the Stadiums Tasmania Code of Conduct and the terms and conditions of employment are detailed in the Employment Contract and associated legislation. All staff are expected to familiarise themselves with these. All managers, supervisors and staff are expected to participate in and positively contribute to the sound corporate governance of Stadiums Tasmania. This includes demonstrating a comprehensive appreciation of and commitment to the fundamental principles of corporate governance within which a statutory authority operates. Managers and supervisors should lead by example in their understanding of and application to corporate governance activities of Stadiums Tasmania, in accordance with appropriate legislative requirements, Board policy and established principles. All successful appointees will be responsible and accountable to the extent of “Duty of Care” (Work Health and Safety Act 2011) and required to demonstrate occupational health and safety consciousness, and support and contribute towards risk management initiatives. Stadiums Tasmania employees are required to adhere to security procedures at all times, support and contribute to the effectiveness of protective security measures through security awareness, vigilance and reporting. Privacy Statement Making an application for this position requires that you consent to the collection, use, storage and destruction of personal information, including details of your referees. This information will assist us to select the best applicant for the vacant position. At all times during the recruitment and selection process, personal data will be treated in a highly confidential manner. Documents will only be available to members of the selection committee for the purposes of selecting the best person for the position. All unsuccessful applicants’ documentation will be destroyed three (3) months after the end of the recruitment process. Please do not send original of documentation with your application as they will be destroyed. Successful applicant details become employment-related information and will be placed on the successful applicant’s personal file. Applications Applications should include a current Resume/Curriculum Vitae and short cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining why you will be suitable for the job. Applications should be emailed to and close at 09:00 on Monday 17 February. This information can also be found at this link . #J-18808-Ljbffr