Senior Advisor Safety and Governance

Are you an experienced safety and governance professional with strong stakeholder engagement skills and a commitment to continuous improvement?

Reporting to the Manager Safety and Strategic Site Coordination, the Senior Advisor Safety and Governance plays a key role in supporting Agriculture Victoria’s group-level safety and wellbeing functions. The role provides high-level advice and coordination across a range of safety and governance activities, acting as a central point of contact for Agriculture Victoria and corporate stakeholders.

You will support the identification, escalation and resolution of safety matters, while contributing to strategic safety and wellbeing outcomes across the group. The role also supports the Agriculture Victoria Group Safety and Wellbeing Consultative Committee, including implementation of the Committee’s Terms of Reference, development of targeted communications, and preparation of reporting on safety trends, risks and emerging issues to inform decision-making.

This opportunity will suit a highly organised and collaborative professional with excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and governance skills. You will bring sound judgement, the ability to manage competing priorities, and a demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and wellbeing.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Relevant experience in the delivery of safety and wellbeing programs, projects or initiatives would be well regarded.

This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 2027. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

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Applications close 11.59pm on Monday, 29 June 2026.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave. For more information visit applying for a role with us.