HSE Manager - ACDP

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The opportunity

• Oversee & lead HSE programs at the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness
• Drive stakeholder engagement to enhance CSIRO's HSE culture 
• Onsite 4-5 days in Geelong, working with supportive team 

CSIRO is seeking an experienced Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Manager to lead the development and delivery of innovative HSE programs at the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) in Geelong, Victoria.

ACDP is a state-of-the-art biosecurity facility, home to the largest Biosafety Level (BSL-4) laboratory in the southern hemisphere. Its research teams, including those at the Australian Animal Health Laboratory (AAHL), work to protect Australia’s public, livestock, and aquaculture industries from emerging infectious disease threats, while collaborating with global health and animal organisations.

As the HSE Manager, you’ll report to the HSE Executive Business Partner and collaborate closely with CSIRO’s operational managers and HSE advisors to achieve HSE objectives that align with the organisation’s broader goals. You’ll drive improvements in HSE outcomes and wellbeing culture, ensuring consistent delivery of initiatives across the facility and the organisation.

To be considered for this role, you must be eligible for a Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) security clearance and meet ACDP’s Microbiological Security and Security Clearance requirements.

Your duties will include:

• Drive the successful implementation of CSIRO’s HSE plan, ensuring key activities and initiatives are effectively executed across the organisation. Lead HSE projects and advocate for continuous improvement to embed best practices and drive organisational HSE outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with HSE Executive Business Partners, site leaders, and external stakeholders. Serve as a trusted advisor, listening to needs, providing expert guidance, and facilitating the achievement of set HSE goals.
• Partner with site leadership teams to understand and address the unique HSE needs across site. Provide strategic recommendations to senior management, ensuring HSE priorities align with organisational goals and fostering a consistent HSE approach across sites.
• Mentor and support Research Unit leaders, Enterprise Support Unit leaders and site leader empowering them to utilise best practices. Foster a culture of continuous learning and development, leveraging capabilities and promoting collaboration to enhance HSE performance.
• Provide guidance and support to HSE Advisors in addressing complex HSE issues, working closely with relevant stakeholders to develop practical, effective solutions that enhance site safety and regulatory compliance.
• Build and lead high-performing teams that work collaboratively across the site to deliver HSE initiatives. Inspire and motivate teams to achieve goals, fostering positive relationships and influencing consistent, high-quality HSE outcomes.

Location: Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP), Geelong Vic.

Salary: AU$131,113 - AU$153,639 pa + up to 15.4% superannuation

Tenure: Indefinite, Full-time

Reference: 98331

To be considered you will need:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Health, Safety & Environment, Risk Management, or a related field, with at least 5 years of demonstrated HSE management experience in leading and developing teams in a complex or innovative organisation.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of HSE legislation, codes of practice, and industry standards. Proven ability to support research activities related to safety in design, change management, and the implementation of effective control measures. Ability to proactively identify risks and ensure compliance with both internal and external regulations.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop HSE teams, fostering a positive, high-performance culture aligned with organisational objectives. Experience in managing geographically dispersed teams and driving collaboration across Research Units and Enterprise Support Units to achieve strategic HSE outcomes.
• Strong record of influencing senior leadership and key stakeholders to drive strategic HSE outcomes. Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, shaping HSE practices and influencing decision-making processes that align with organisational goals and enhance safety performance.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and implementing impactful HSE initiatives that drive cultural change, including fostering a proactive safety culture and ensuring HSE practices are embedded throughout the organisation. Proven ability to adapt strategies, goals, and priorities to evolving organisational needs.
• Experience in managing and allocating resources effectively to achieve HSE objectives. Ability to plan, prioritise, and manage competing demands, ensuring that HSE initiatives are executed efficiently and strategically.
• Proven ability to coach and develop staff at all levels, fostering a collaborative environment that enhances HSE performance. Strong commitment to facilitating knowledge transfer, encouraging continuous improvement, and promoting best practices in HSE across the organisation.
• Exemplary communication skills, with the ability to clearly and effectively convey complex HSE information to both technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment on HSE goals.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a strategic approach to addressing complex HSE issues. Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and implement solutions to mitigate risks and improve overall HSE performance, aligning with both short- and long-term organisational goals.

To see the full details about this role please review the Position Description

Eligibility

Applications for this position are open to Australian Citizens only, appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements including Security Assessment/Microbiological Security Requirements for Personnel Working on the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) Site.
 
The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 Australian Government Security Clearance. CSIRO utilises the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency to conduct its security clearances. Further information regarding security clearances may be found at http://defence.gov.au/AGSVA/resources.asp To obtain an Australian Government security clearance, 10 years’ worth of background information verifiable by independent and reliable sources is required. 
 
To be eligible for this position you must be willing and able to work within the “Secure Area” of the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness. Working within this area will impose restrictions which may affect your lifestyle such as contact with certain types of animals or access to land where these animals are kept. 

Flexible working arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. 

Diversity and inclusion

We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish. 

About CSIRO

At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact. 

CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.

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How to apply

Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

Applications close

13 February 2025, 11:00pm AEDT