" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eWHS and Compliance Manager\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"4208\"\u003e HR \u0026amp; Recruitment \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"4209\"\u003e OH \u0026amp; S \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"4210\"\u003e Sydney - Western Suburbs \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"4211\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 21/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead WHS across a specialist research institute\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e$150,000 - $160,000 + super + NFP benefits\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMake a difference in life-changing medical researc\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout your new company\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAn established medical research institute focused on tackling real-world health challenges through research that delivers tangible clinical outcomes. Its multidisciplinary research spans cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, infectious diseases, autoimmune disorders and neurological conditions, with a strong focus on translating scientific breakthroughs into new treatments that improve lives.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout your new role\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis is an opportunity to take ownership of workplace health and safety across a specialist medical research environment, working with a diverse range of people to create a safer place to work.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eReporting to the Head of People + Culture, you\u0027ll work closely with the existing WHS Business Partner and teams across the institute to strengthen safety practices, manage risk and ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and accreditation requirements.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYour role will cover a broad range of responsibilities, including:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eReviewing and improving safety processes to meet the institute\u0027s evolving needs and activities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentifying workplace risks and working with teams to implement effective controls.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdvising researchers and managers on practical ways to manage safety within their areas.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOverseeing specialist safety requirements involving chemicals, biological materials and radiation.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuilding staff awareness and capability through training, education and guidance.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManaging incident investigations and following through on corrective actions to reduce the risk of recurrence.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoordinating safety audits, facility accreditation and certification requirements.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorking with stakeholders to improve safety practices and embed a positive safety culture.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout you\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYou\u0027ll be an experienced WHS professional who enjoys working with people, solving problems and making safety practical rather than just a matter of policies and procedures.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYou\u0027ll be confident advising stakeholders at different levels, able to navigate complex risks and comfortable balancing regulatory requirements with the day-to-day realities of a busy research environment.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYou\u0027ll also bring:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAt least five years\u0027 experience in a dedicated WHS role.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong knowledge of WHS legislation and regulatory requirements.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience developing and improving safety systems, procedures and risk controls.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ability to communicate technical information clearly and engage people in safe work practices.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience in incident management, audits, compliance and risk assessment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong relationship-building skills and the confidence to influence and support change.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA relevant WHS qualification, which is desirable.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Experience in medical research, laboratories, hospitals or other highly regulated environments is essential. \u003cstrong\u003eYou\u0027ll need an understanding of complex safety requirements and exposure to hazards such as chemicals, biological materials or radiation.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0027s in it for you?\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e$150,000\u0026ndash;$160,000 + Super.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNFP salary packaging benefits.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNovated lease available.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe chance to contribute to an institute focused on improving health outcomes through medical research.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA varied role with the scope to influence safety practices across the institute.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe opportunity to work collaboratively with knowledgeable professionals across research and operations.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e If you feel that this is the role for you, \u0027APPLY NOW\u0027 or contact\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eJulie Luszczynski\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003evia\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ejulieluszczynski@westrecruitment.com.au\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eor\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003e0483 945 776\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003efor a confidential conversation. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"1128693\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "