_{03rd March, 2025}

Location: Sydney, NSW
Salary: Up to $150,000 + Super 

HAYLO People is a specialist recruitment agency in Work, Health & Safety (WHS) and has partnered with a leading company in the entertainment industry to find a Senior Manager, Health & Safety. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead WHS in a dynamic, high-risk environment, ensuring the safety of employees, contractors, and guests.
Why Join?

• Opportunity to own and drive the WHS function across the business
• Autonomy to build safety and well-being initiatives.
• Continuous training and leadership are provided by the general manager and the wider team.
• Lead and develop a dedicated safety team.

The Role As Senior Manager, Health & Safety, you will report to the General Manager, Operations & Safety and work closely with operational business leaders, safety teams, compliance teams, regulators, and external consultants.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the WHS function and drive compliance with legislation and industry standards.
• Oversee risk management, audits, and safety performance across the business.
• Manage workers’ compensation claims and coordinate Return to Work (RTW) plans.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and emergency response plans.
• Provide expert safety advice to leadership, ensuring a proactive safety culture.
• Facilitate safety training and development for employees and contractors.
• Act as Secretary for the Emergency Planning Committee, overseeing drills and responses.
• Maintain the WHS Management System and risk register.

Your Experience

• Diploma or Cert IV in WHS (Work Health & Safety)
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, standards, and best practices (NSW)
• Experience in workers’ compensation, RTW planning, and injury management.
• Proven ability to lead audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Stakeholder engagement skills, liaising with regulators, insurers, and emergency services.
• Experience delivering safety training and developing a safety-first culture.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with HACCP standards and food safety compliance.
• Additional certifications (e.g., First Aid Trainer, Fire Warden, Working at Heights Supervisor)

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