Work, Health & Safety Business Partner 12-month Max term contract Camberwell, VIC We’re seeking a motivated and capable WHS Business Partner to provide hands-on coaching, education, and expert advice to our operational leaders across a range of services. About the Role As a WHS Business Partner , you’ll play a key role in embedding Baptcare’s WHS Management System across your assigned business unit. You’ll work collaboratively with leaders to build WHS capability, resolve safety issues, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our safety culture and systems. What You’ll Be Doing Coach and support operational leaders to implement Baptcare’s WHS Management System. Provide expert advice and practical solutions to WHS challenges. Support the execution of Baptcare’s WHS Business Plan. Facilitate regulator interactions, including inspectorate visits and notifiable incident reporting. Maintain accurate WHS data, reports, and performance metrics. Contribute to the ongoing improvement of WHS systems, procedures, and initiatives. What You’ll Bring Must have a Diploma level or higher qualification in Work, Health and Safety. Over 5 years of experience as a WHS BP or Advisor. Demonstrated experience coaching operational leaders in WHS systems, policies, and practices. Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across all levels. Working knowledge of both Victorian and Model WHS legislation. Commercial acumen and ability to balance safety and operational priorities. A collaborative, solutions-focused approach. Alignment with Baptcare’s mission, vision, and values. How to Apply Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and motivation for applying. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check. Must have a drivers license and own reliable vehicle. If you require support with the application process, please contact gvenizelos@baptcare.org.au At Baptcare, we value diversity in all forms and aim to co-create inclusive experiences and communities with our employees, volunteers, the people we work alongside and our partners. We are committed to diversity and inclusion across all we do and to building communities and workplaces where everyone belongs. Baptcare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected. Baptcare (VIC, TAS) is proud to be working towards uniting with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptist Care SA, to create a newly merged national care organisation committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together, we are building on a shared history of care and compassion, expanding our reach, and strengthening our mission to help people live well with dignity and purpose.
