Job reference: 691243
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
The Opportunity
Are you ready to step into a senior WHS role where you can assist in shaping the future of workplace safety and wellbeing in a dynamic public sector agency? PIRSA is seeking an experienced Principal WHS Business Partner to join our People and Culture Branch and drive strategic, proactive WHS and wellbeing initiatives across the Department.
In this pivotal role, you will build strong partnerships with PIRSA Divisions, providing expert guidance and innovative WHS solutions that support safe and high-performing, business operations. You will be a trusted advisor to divisional leaders and managers, delivering coaching, insight, and strategic advice to align WHS priorities with business objectives.
Your expertise in WHS management systems, risk mitigation, and innovative safety practices will be essential in influencing positive safety outcomes, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring PIRSA meets its legislative and policy obligations.
Experience in the delivery of injury-management related services, monitoring contractor performance and coaching and mentoring others will be highly valued.
This is an exciting opportunity to work at a strategic level where your technical expertise and business acumen will make a tangible difference in the safety and wellbeing of PIRSA’s workforce and the success of its operations.
About You
You are an experienced WHS professional with proven business acumen who thrives in collaborative environments, coupled with a strong ability to build trusted partnerships across all levels of the Department. You bring a proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a deep understanding of risk management, WHS systems, and wellbeing programs.
You will work closely with PIRSA’s People and Culture team, in the development and implementation of critical initiatives in risk management, WHS program development, wellbeing strategies, and return to work support. Your collaboration with the Human Resources, Industrial Relations, and Organisational Development team’s will be key to driving organisational success.
Reporting to the Manager, Workplace Safety and Wellbeing, you will contribute significantly to ensuring robust systems are in place to identify, assess, and control WHS risks. You will also play a vital role in the development of WHS plans and priorities, driving the implementation of new initiatives, and promoting a positive, proactive safety culture and enhancing workforce wellbeing across PIRSA.
About Us
South Australia is internationally recognised for the quality of its agriculture, food, and wine. Our regions are the backbone of our state and the economic powerhouse that drives prosperity for all South Australians.
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is a key economic development agency working in partnership with our primary industries, regional stakeholders and across all levels of government to advance the prosperity and sustainability of South Australia’s primary industries and regional communities.
We are a passionate team of around 800 people working across metropolitan and regional South Australia to develop and protect our state’s regions and food, wine, aquaculture, fisheries, forestry, grains, livestock, dairy and horticulture industries.
It's no wonder there are so many exciting and diverse career opportunities in our organisation. If you’re ready to join us, apply now!
Benefits
At PIRSA, we offer our employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning and development and flexibility.
Our Commitment to Diversity
PIRSA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, irrespective of culture, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or age.
Special Conditions
- Successful applicant will be required to satisfactorily complete a National Police Check (NPC) prior to being made an offer of employment.
- Australian residency or current works permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).
- Ongoing opportunity.
- The incumbent will be required to undertake emergency management training and must be willing to participate in emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities required by government agencies.
Qualifications
- Essential: Nil
- Desirable: Relevant qualifications in Work, Health and Safety, Psychological Sciences, Business and/or Human Resources or post graduate studies in leadership or business management are considered highly desirable.
Remuneration
ASO7 - $108,109 min - $116,864 max per annum, plus superannuation
Enquiries
If you’d like to know more about this exciting opportunity to drive and coordinate safety and wellbeing initiatives at PIRSA, contact Saody Lee, Manager, Workplace Safety and Wellbeing on +61 8 8429 0132 or email saody.lee@sa.gov.au
Discover more about our impactful work and vibrant team at www.pir.sa.gov.au
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please see the attached applicant instructions, and outline your skills and experience in relation to the Professional and Technical Knowledge, Planning and Organising (Work Management) and Systems and Process Orientation capabilities of the attached role description.
Applicants must include the contact information of at least 2 referees with 1 being your immediate supervisor/manager and a completed “Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector” form.
Applications close: 03/09/2025 11:45 PM
Attachments:
- Application Guidelines.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.