Health, Safety & Wellbeing Manager – Global Role Located in Melbourne or Brisbane.
Are you passionate about creating safe, healthy, and supportive workplaces?
Nucleus Network
, the only global Phase 1 clinical trials specialist with facilities in Australia, the USA and the UK, is seeking an experienced
Health, Safety & Wellbeing (HSW) Manager
to join our People & Culture team in Brisbane or Melbourne.
This is your opportunity to lead health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives across our global sites, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of care and safety while supporting our mission of
advancing medicine and improving lives
.
About the Role
The Health, Safety & Wellbeing Manager will provide comprehensive health, safety, and wellbeing services and support across all global sites on a day-to-day basis. You will ensure adherence to WHS legislation, policies, and procedures through effective implementation and monitoring, offer expert guidance and training, and maintain operational HSW systems, records, and reporting processes.
Key Responsibilities
Risk Management
* Conduct regular workplace inspections and risk assessments across all global sites to identify hazards and implement controls.
* Maintain and update risk registers and ensure corrective actions are tracked and completed.
* Support managers and teams in understanding and mitigating operational risks through training and guidance.
Incident Management
* Manage incident reporting, investigation, and follow-up actions, ensuring timely resolution and documentation globally.
* Coordinate root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions.
* Maintain incident records and prepare reports for management review.
Consultation & Communications
* Facilitate HSW consultation processes, including safety committees, toolbox talks, and feedback sessions across multiple jurisdictions.
* Communicate HSW policies, procedures, and updates to all staff globally.
* Provide clear, practical advice and guidance on HSW matters to employees and managers and deliver compliance education and training programs.
Injury & Illness Management
* Support the management of workplace injuries and illnesses, including reporting, case management, and return-to-work coordination.
* Liaise with external providers (e.g., EAP, occupational health, rehabilitation consultants) as required.
* Maintain accurate records of injury and illness cases and monitor trends.
Safety Compliance
* Ensure compliance with all relevant WHS legislation, codes of practice, and company policies across multiple jurisdictions.
* Maintain HSW documentation, registers, and records in accordance with legal and company requirements.
* Prepare and submit compliance reports and metrics to management.
* Support audits and regulatory inspections as required and lead global compliance training initiatives for managers and employees.
What We're Looking For
Mandatory:
* Tertiary qualification in Occupational Health & Safety or related discipline.
* Extensive operational experience (5+ years) in health, safety, and wellbeing roles, ideally in clinical research, healthcare, or similar environments.
* Strong working knowledge of WHS legislation, risk management, and incident investigation.
* Practical experience delivering HSW training, audits, and compliance activities.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Desired:
* Certificate IV in WHS or equivalent.
* Experience with HSW systems and reporting tools.
* Experience supporting wellbeing programs and initiatives.
Why Join Us?
* Global Impact
– Support teams advancing medicine and improving lives worldwide.
* Professional Growth
– Access to development opportunities and career progression.
* Employee Wellness
– Participate in initiatives designed to support health and wellbeing.
* Inclusive Culture
– Be part of a collaborative, values-driven organisation.
If you're ready to lead health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives in a dynamic global organisation,
apply today and help us create a safer, healthier future for all.