Coordinator Safety & Wellbeing - Hepburn Shire Council

Overview

W&Co Search is proud to partner with Hepburn Shire Council in the recruitment of the Coordinator Safety & Wellbeing.

Hepburn Shire Council is a values-driven organisation recognised for its community focus, creativity and connection to place. With strong executive commitment to safety, wellbeing and organisational capability, Council is seeking an engaging and technically confident leader to drive the next phase of its workplace health and safety journey.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager People & Capability, the Coordinator Safety & Wellbeing will lead a small team and partner across Council to ensure safe, healthy and engaged workplaces. This role will provide specialist advice, support system implementation, and strengthen compliance while promoting a proactive, people-first safety culture.

Recent safety audits and system upgrades have created a strong foundation to build upon. The next phase will focus on embedding psychosocial safety practices, developing capability across all levels of the organisation, and driving engagement through education and collaboration. Working with both corporate and operational teams, you will help shape a culture that values safety, wellbeing and accountability.

Qualifications & Experience

To succeed in this role, you will bring relevant qualifications in Work Health and Safety and proven experience in delivering safety and wellbeing programs within a complex or mixed operational environment. You are confident engaging with senior leaders, trusted by staff, and motivated by the opportunity to influence positive change.

Opportunity

This is a rewarding career opportunity to lead safety and wellbeing uplift across an organisation that values its people and community.

Position Description

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How to apply

For a confidential discussion, contact Ashley Wilkes, Director at W&Co Search, on 0448 007 653 or ashley@wcosearch.com. Applications close Sunday 9 / 11 / 2025 and should include a one-page cover letter and a resume outlining your experience and alignment to the opportunity.

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