Senior Manager - WHS Security Systems & Psychosocial Health

Join the world’s largest humanitarian movement and play a critical role in protecting and strengthening the wellbeing, safety and security of all Australian Red Cross people. Full time, ongoing role Flexible location + hybrid working   About Red Cross   Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for humanity.   About the role   At Australian Red Cross, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As Senior Manager – WHS Security Systems and Psychosocial Health, you will drive the development and continuous improvement of our national Wellbeing, Health, Safety and Security Management System. With a strong focus on psychosocial health, incident management and governance, this role plays a critical part in preventing harm and strengthening a positive safety culture across our workforce, volunteers and members.   You will lead the centralised approach to WHS incident management through the Speak Up system, overseeing high‑risk and complex matters and ensuring incidents are investigated effectively, addressed promptly and leveraged for learning and continuous improvement. Working closely with subject matter experts and senior leaders, you will strengthen WHS governance, risk oversight and compliance, and deliver high‑quality reporting to Executive, Committees and the Board.   Together with the Head of WHS & Security, you will provide expert advice on psychosocial hazards, guide WHS Advisors across metro and regional environments, support best‑practice investigations, and help build capability through targeted training and stakeholder engagement.   This is an opportunity to shape systems, influence culture and make a meaningful impact on the wellbeing of people delivering Red Cross’ humanitarian mission.   About you   The successful candidate will bring extensive experience implementing enterprise‑wide WHS systems and processes that enable effective incident management, including root cause analysis, systemic issue identification, trend analysis and continuous improvement. They will have a proven track record designing and enhancing incident reporting frameworks and audit processes, as well as leading centralised WHS advisory services within complex, geographically dispersed organisations. Strong experience in psychosocial health and safety, risk management, harm prevention and incident investigation at an organisational or enterprise level is essential.   You’ll also bring: Excellent project management capability — organised, structured and outcomes-focused Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Experience operating in a complex or highly consultative environment A calm, confident approach and the ability to keep work moving in sensitive settings Preferable skills/qualifications in trauma informed investigations Knowledge and expertise to manage complex investigatory processes in a procedurally fair, objective and trauma informed manner. Ability to communicate clearly on sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality. A high level of interpersonal, negotiation and consultation skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective communications and working relationships with a range of internal and external regulatory parties. Ability to operate under limited direction to work with and lead people from diverse backgrounds and create a collaborative working environment. Demonstrated ability to operate in a dynamic environment and to positively affect change. Demonstrated analytical skills to make sense of complex and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems   Role Requirements   National Police Check and renewal every 5 years Ability to undertake occasional local or interstate travel (approx. 10 – 20 days per year) to review Australian Red Cross Retail Shop and Program activities   Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanity   Work flexibility: Australian Red Cross operates under a hybrid working model which includes the ability to work some days from home, providing you more work/life balance.   Financial wellbeing: In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary. You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation and purchase additional annual leave.   Life, Health & Wellbeing: You can access a paid ‘Me’ day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave options. You can also tap into specialist health and wellbeing advice via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provider, Converge International.   Career development: Access to ongoing learning, training, and development.   Further information   This role is covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award - Level 6. Competitive salary + superannuation + salary packaging options.   To find out more about this opportunity or to obtain a copy of the Position Description, please email Vicki Rowlands on vrowlands@redcross.org.au.   Applications must be submitted online prior to 11:55pm AEST on Wednesday, 15 April 2026 to be considered for this role.   While we appreciate all interest in our organisation, we won’t engage with or accept candidates from agencies or consulting firms on this occasion.