Work Health and Safety Manager

The Victoria Racing Club (VRC) is the premier racing club in Australia, known for hosting the iconic Melbourne Cup Carnival. As an industry leader, we are committed to delivering world-class racing, entertainment, and hospitality experiences. Our mission is to be treasured by all as a world leader in racing and event entertainment, guaranteeing an unrivalled experience. We believe this doesn’t stop with the experience we provide for our customers; but the experience we provide for our team is just as important. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and community engagement, we are seeking talented individuals to join our team and contribute to our continued success.

About the role

We are on the hunt to fill the position of Work Health and Safety Manager (WHS). As the WHS Manager at Victoria Racing Club, you will play a crucial role in maintain a risk-aware culture throughout the Club at an operational level by ensuring VRC’s business activities, practices and processes embrace health and safety principles. This full-time position is based in Flemington and is integral to the strategic objectives of the Racing Club.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain WHS strategies, policies, and procedures in line with legislation and best practice.
• Identify and manage WHS risks through regular inspections, audits, and the ongoing review of the WHS Risk Register.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including hazardous materials, asbestos management, and psychosocial risk mitigation.
• Lead the investigation of incidents and hazards, oversee timely reporting, and drive corrective actions.
• Oversee WHS planning and risk assessments for race days, events, builds, and bump-outs, including emergency response support.
• Coordinate inductions, training, and ongoing safety education for staff, contractors, and volunteers.
• Foster a strong safety culture through coaching, toolbox talks, and stakeholder engagement.
• Chair WHS Committee meetings and collaborate on emergency planning and compliance reporting.
• Track WHS performance metrics and ensure documentation, audits, and first aid compliance are maintained.

Experience and Expertise

• Tertiary qualifications in Work Health and Safety (or a related field), with a solid understanding of relevant legislation, codes of practice, and industry standards.
• Hands-on experience managing WHS in high-risk, dynamic environments — ideally across large-scale events, public venues, and operational areas such as stables, tracks, or temporary infrastructure builds.
• Strong knowledge of risk identification and control in areas like crowd safety, contractor management, working at heights, plant and equipment, and hazardous substances.
• Confident working across diverse stakeholder groups — from ground staff and contractors to senior executives and regulatory bodies.
• Skilled communicator who can deliver clear safety messaging in fast-paced, high-pressure settings like race days or major event builds.
• Proactive, solutions-focused, and agile — able to adapt quickly and lead safety outcomes in an environment that evolves rapidly.

What’s in it for you?

• Work in a great team
• 15 weeks paid parental leave and keep in touch days
• Employee Training and Development Programs
• Wellbeing initiatives and an Employee Assistance Program
• Be a part of our iconic racing club and “The Race that Stops the Nation”
• Join a company that wants to develop your career
• Health and Wellbeing programs including EAP
• Onsite parking
• Annual Staff Membership with discounts
• Work in beautiful surroundings at Flemington racecourse!

How to Apply

If you are passionate about compliance, enjoy working in a dynamic and prestigious environment, and are ready to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Apply now with your Resume and accompanying Cover Letter to be considered for the Compliance and Assurance Manager role at the Victoria Racing Club.

As part of the application process, you will be required to meet VRC's employment criteria, which may include but not be limited to reference checks, VEVO check and a National Police check.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Human Resources, and Consulting

• Industries

  Spectator Sports, Events Services, and Entertainment Providers

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