WHS MANAGER AND BUSINESS PARTNER

WHS Manager and Business Partner Remote‑friendly position – work from anywhere in Australia, with occasional travel to Katherine and remote communities.

• Earn an attractive remuneration package of $114,612 to $123,428. per annum.
• Benefit from a comprehensive range of perks.
• Remote area allowance, salary sacrifice options.
• 6 weeks of annual leave plus 10 days of personal leave, and more!

About Victoria Daly Regional Council Victoria Daly Regional Council is dedicated to fostering strong, safe, and interconnected communities throughout our region. We collaborate closely with residents, Traditional Owners, and local partners to deliver reliable services that enhance community well-being, stimulate regional growth, and promote long-term sustainability. As a responsive and customer-focused organisation, we take pride in our commitment to quality service. Our teams are passionate about strengthening local capabilities and ensuring that the diverse needs of our communities remain central to everything we do. For more information, please visit our website: Home - Victoria Daly Regional Council A rewarding role - in more ways than one

• Relocation assistance of up to $5,000.
• Rewarding package includes 6 weeks of annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, and 10 days of personal leave.
• Opportunities for ongoing personal development and career advancement.
• Supportive leadership and collaborative teams

How you'll make a difference Victoria Daly Regional Council is looking for a proactive WHS Manager & Business Partner to champion safe workplaces, drive WHS strategy, and support teams across our region. This role blends WHS leadership with business partnering functions to support operational excellence and risk-based decision making. Victoria Daly Regional Council is seeking a proactive and influential WHS Manager & Business Partner to lead safe work practices, elevate WHS performance, and empower teams across our region. This role blends specialist WHS leadership with strategic business partnering. You will work closely with senior leaders, managers, and frontline staff to enhance WHS capability, drive risk-based decision making, and embed a positive safety culture across diverse operational and community service environments. You will lead WHS governance, incident response, training programs, psychosocial safety initiatives, and continuous improvement activities that shape safety outcomes across our diverse organisation. Day-to-Day Duties Will Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, regulations, and codes of practice; monitor legislative changes; liaise with NT WorkSafe and stakeholders; lead incident notification and reporting.
• Lead WHS committee meetings; conduct and support risk assessments; investigate incidents and manage corrective actions; analyse trends and root causes.
• Maintain and improve VDRC’s WHS Management System; develop audit-ready policies and procedures; manage compliance requirements with external providers.
• Design and deliver WHS inductions, toolbox talks, and refresher training; identify capability needs; maintain WHS training records and competency matrices.
• Contribute to emergency preparedness planning, support seasonal readiness activities and emergency drills.
• Promote respectful behaviour and a mentally healthy workplace; undertake psychosocial risk assessments; support wellbeing initiatives.
• Analyse WHS data, benchmark performance, and drive WHS improvement initiatives.

A permanent, full-time position and a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact within our Council by building positive relationships and driving continuous improvements in safety standards across our Council and communities. For a full list of duties and addressing selection criteria please, click here. The Ideal Candidate Profile You are someone with a strong commitment to safety, inclusion, and practical problem solving. You bring a deep understanding of WHS legislation and its application, confidence working autonomously, and strong analytical and communication skills to support informed decision making and cultural change. You Will Bring

• A Diploma or Degree in Work Health and Safety or related discipline.
• A Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (desirable).
• Proven experience in WHS leadership roles.
• A commitment to cultural safety and respectful engagement

Other Requirements

• Criminal History Check (recent, within 3 months).
• A current Working with Children’s Card (Ochre Card).
• A current unrestricted Drivers Licence.

How to Apply If you are someone who thrives about creating safer workplaces - partnering with leaders to drive positive WHS outcomes - we would love to hear from you! VISIT OUR WEBSITE - Careers - Victoria Daly Regional Council Applications Closes: - Thursday,16th April 2026. Applicants who do not apply through our website and addressing selection criteria may not be considered. Apply Now