The Department of Education’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Implementation Services Branch is seeking a senior OHS professional to deliver the Department’s expanded OHS Services Program to schools across Victoria.

In this pivotal role, you will provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship in a team of OHS Service Officers, ensuring the delivery of consistent, hands-on service to schools across the region. Your primary responsibilities will include:

Partnering with schools to complete OHS and emergency management planning tasks and offering expert advice to achieve safer schools.

Reducing the OHS and emergency management workload for schools through proactive partnership and practical solutions, including effective use of digital systems.

Fostering a customer-focused mindset and responsive service approach.

Role-modelling exceptional service delivery and building strong relationships with schools, regional offices, contracted external providers, and key stakeholders within the Division.

Leading by example, championing best practices, and driving continuous improvement in OHS and emergency management processes.

This role reports to the Manager, OHS Services (North Eastern Victoria Region) and will work closely with counterparts, OHS Service Officers and other members of the OHS Implementation Services Branch. This role also works closely with principals and school leaders and as such requires travel across the region to undertake school visits.

The OHS Implementation Services Branch empowers employees through flexible work, career paths, and cross-functional learning opportunities. Our inclusive culture fosters tight-knit teams that collaborate across roles, sharing knowledge and promoting continuous development. Together, we are driven by a deep sense of purpose - delivering positive outcomes for schools while prioritising safety and caring for one another.

If you are a senior OHS professional with a proven track record in your field, a passion for guiding and developing others, and a commitment to excellence in OHS and emergency management services we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Join our dynamic team and find meaning in work that improves the safety of our Victorian government schools while being supported by a vibrant culture of development and connection.

Location

The preferred location for this role will be the Shepparton Office

Position Description
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Applications

Please note that candidates must provide the following to be considered for this position:

A cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (KSC) for the role (i.e. one document of no more than 2 pages that addresses the KSC); and

A copy of their resume.

How To Apply:
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Current employees of the organization are encouraged to Apply Here

Applications close 11:59 PM, 7th October 2025