YMCA Victoria is a charitable, not-for-profit community organisation that has served the Victorian community for more than 160 years. Together with our partners, we address community needs whilst building strong people, strong families and strong communities. With over 5,000 employees, we deliver programs and services at more than 150 locations every day in settings including camps, student accommodation, community recreation and sporting facilities, swimming pools, early education, schools and kindergartens, youth services and youth justice facilities.

About the centre

YMCA Children's Programs includes the areas of Early Learning, Before and After School Care Programs and limited hours of child care. Core to the YMCA's Mission and Vision, Children's Programs provides an environment where every child's health is always a top priority. Because we know healthy children are happy children. For us, good health isn't only about physical health, we build their resilience and develop strong mental and spiritual wellbeing. Our continuously improving programs reach out to children in the most holistic way possible, ensuring they confidently take steps toward a healthier and happier future.

About the role

Reporting to the Safety, Health and Environment Manager, the Senior Safety, Health and Environment Advisor will work closely with operations, ensuring the organisation achieves successful results in the HSE and risk appetite strategies. The Senior Advisor will support the delivery of SMART Plans with a specific focus on training and assurance.

Selection criteria

• Ability to provide leadership, support and guidance in often complex, environments with multiple stakeholders.
• Effective communication, consultation and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional risk and hazard management skills.
• Public speaking and training facilitation.
• Ability to influence stakeholders including external bodies across the industry.
• Ability to conduct research and identify existing research in the area of Health and Safety.
• Excellent written & oral communication skills.
• Ability to lead multiple projects.
• An interest and passion for health and safety.
• Ability to provide high level and specialist advice in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Tertiary Qualification the area of Health and Safety, auditing and training preferred.
• Health and Safety related licenses and qualifications i.e. working at height, confined space entry, emergency management.
• Working With Children Check
• Safeguarding Children and Young People Certificate (completion online prior to commencement)

YMCA Victoria is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment, and successful applicants must comply with the YMCA’s Safeguarding Children and Young People Framework. Visit our website for further information