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 Work Health and Safety Lead 

Company description:

The AFL is Australia's premier sporting organisation supporting two constantly evolving national competitions, AFL and AFLW. Our purpose is to progress the game, so everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.

We have a strong workforce presence in most States and Territories of Australia including Northern Territory, QLD, NSW / ACT, Victoria and Tasmania.

As the AFL/ AFLW competitions continue to grow and evolve at both the elite and community levels, we are focused on ensuring we attract and retain great people in both permanent and casual roles at all levels and within all areas of our industry.

Importantly, we aim to reflect the communities where our game is played by recruiting locally where possible to strengthen our connection to the ‘grassroots' of our game. We are also fortunate to have hundreds of passionate volunteers within our industry, offering their time and expertise to help grow our game.

The AFL's purchase of Marvel Stadium in Docklands, Melbourne, further diversifies our workforce with more than 1000 casual employees to make every moment matter for our fans and customers.

Job description:

ABOUT US

As an organisation, the AFL works tirelessly in all states and at all levels to enhance and grow the game - from grassroots to elite. Together, we put on the game, deliver important events, communicate with our fans, run community programs, develop coaches and umpires, collaborate with partners, delight members, support clubs and so much more.

While our roles may vary, we are all united by a common goal, to progress the game so that everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.

The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. Please note, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate to this position holds a valid employee Working with Children/ Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer and firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is an important part of both the AFL and the communities in which we operate. Our game is for everyone, and we strive to be a workplace for everyone.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Work, Health & Safety Lead, as a member of the Legal and Regulatory team, is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of the health and safety management system at the AFL and Marvel Stadium. This role will also support the safe delivery of events at Marvel Stadium.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF

Key Accountabilities:

• Management and oversight of incident management processes from investigation to rectification.
• Create and implement a best-in-class Work Health and Safety Management System (WHSMS).
• Continuously review, monitor and improve working practices. This includes leading and managing workplace safety inspections, identifying and managing hazards, as well as the development and updating of Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Assist with the management of departmental safety risk assessments and risk registers.
• Assist with the Return-to-Work process for injured team members.
• Review and improve the implementation of existing software systems including contractor management software.
• Support the Work Health and Safety Lead with the management of workplace safety at Marvel Stadium during event and non-event days/nights.
• Play a key supporting role in building safety awareness and competency across the AFL and Marvel Stadium, including training for leaders and team members.
• In the event of an incident or emergency, provide administrative/supportive role as directed by the Chief Warden.
• Participate in and take minutes of Safety & Wellbeing Committee meetings, distribute minutes and follow-up on action items.

OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER

Core Competencies:

• Minimum five years' experience in a health and safety lead role (preferably involving multiple sites and large capacity venues).
• Demonstrated experience in incident management and policy development across relevant industries.
• A sound knowledge of Australian health and safety legislation, regulations and codes or practice.
• Experience in conducting audits, investigations, risk assessments and preparing reports.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement track record.
• Strong IT skills.
• Experience supporting company health and safety programs, with a focus on conducting audits, investigations and risk assessments, as well as preparing reports.
• A proven ability to develop effective policies that are embedded in best-practice Health and Safety Management Systems.
• A proven ability to propose practical solutions to WHS issues considering relevant legislation, standards and guidance materials.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, innovative, results and performance driven.
• Demonstrated skills in program delivery, quality management, risk and safety.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders (internal and external).

Desirable

• Safety management experience in major events and/or at large capacity venues.

OUR CULTURE

Please visit www.afl.com.au/careers/our-organisation 

THE PERKS

• Play The Day Your Way - a flexible approach to your working life
• My Development - lean into the AFL's My Development program consisting of on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring, and formal learning
• Play Well - access to our extensive Health and Wellbeing program centered around our belief in a healthy body, healthy mind, and healthy workplace
• My Benefits - with thanks to our AFL Corporate Partners, access great benefits and discounts
• AFL Silver Memberships - permanent team members can access AFL matches at Marvel Stadium and the MCG, enjoy and share the experience of our game with your family and friends!

Applications Close: 4 October 2024