About the Y Northern Territory (Y NT):

At the Y NT, we are dedicated to helping children, young people, and communities thrive. Whether through our Early Learning Centres, Outside Hours School Care, Recreation Centres, Aquatic facilities, Youth Programs, Remote Pools program, or Hostel, we are committed to supporting Territorians in becoming connected, educated, resilient, and healthy.

Benefits:

• 5 Weeks Annual Leave.
• Free access to the recreation facilities we manage.
• Discounted rates at Y Childcare Centres.
• Not for profit salary packaging (up to $15,900 tax free/FBT Exempt + $2650 meals and entertainment).
• Flexible working arrangements.

The Opportunity:

We’re seeking an experienced WHS Advisor to lead and drive a proactive safety culture across the Y Northern Territory. This role is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and wellbeing of staff, contractors, volunteers, and visitors.

This role will provide strategic and operational leadership in WHS, developing policies, managing risk registers, investigating incidents, and overseeing injury management and return-to-work programs. The role also promotes wellbeing initiatives and ensures compliance with all relevant legislation through audits and risk assessments.

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications and Experience

Mandatory Requirements

YMCA, including its Boards of Directors, are committed to the safety and well-being of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding Children and Young People framework. YMCA requires that all applicants undergo satisfactory screening prior to commencement, including but not limited to:

• Valid Working with Children Clearance.
• Satisfactory Criminal History Check.

Any successfully appointed applicant will be required to adhere to the Safeguarding Children and Young People framework, which includes a thorough safeguarding children and young people induction and a commitment to upholding the safety and wellbeing of children and young people throughout their engagement with YMCA.

Further Information

For a detailed position description please contact [email protected] or call Shan Butler for a confidential discussion on 08 7912 8367.

If you're a trusted WHS expert passionate about continuous improvement and fostering a safe, engaged workplace, we want to hear from you.

All applications should be accompanied by a cover letter detailing suitability for the position and a copy of your CV.

Applications close Monday 16th June 2025.

We can’t wait to welcome you to the Y!