Safety, Risk and Compliance Manager

St Columba's College Essendon (see more jobs from this school)

ESSENDON, VIC 


Risk / Compliance / Safety

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.40 FTE)

Applications Close: 3 December 2025


Are you passionate about creating safe, compliant, and well-governed learning environments? St Columba’s College is seeking a Safety, Risk and Compliance Manager to join our vibrant community and lead key initiatives in workplace health and safety, risk management, compliance, and emergency planning.

<p>St Columba’s College Ltd is a Catholic secondary girls’ school located in Essendon under the stewardship of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and conducted in the tradition of the Sisters of Charity.</p> <p>Help us create a safe, compliant, and thriving school environment! We’re seeking a proactive <strong>Safety, Risk &amp; Compliance Manager</strong> to lead health, safety, risk, and compliance initiatives across our College. This is a fixed term part time (0.5FTE) position until the end of 2026 commencing asap.</p> <p>As the Safety, Risk and Compliance Manager your key responsibilities will include:</p> <ul> <li>Oversee risk management, compliance, and workplace safety frameworks.</li> <li>Lead emergency planning, training, and incident reporting.</li> <li>Provide expert advice to leadership on risk and compliance strategies.</li> <li>Promote a strong safety culture across our community.</li> </ul> <p>We are looking for:</p> <ul> <li>Qualifications in WHS, Risk, Compliance, or similar.</li> <li>Experience in safety, risk, and compliance management.</li> <li>Strong organisation, problem-solving, and communication skills.</li> <li>Commitment to child safety and inclusive practices.</li> </ul> <p>Why Join Us:</p> <ul> <li>Be part of a welcoming, values-driven school where staff feel supported and connected</li> <li>Access development opportunities, and the chance to build your career</li> <li>Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and care for the school community</li> <li>Dedicated Staff Wellbeing Plan&nbsp;that honours our community and supports our staff</li> </ul> <p><a href="https://www.columba.vic.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/SAFETY-RISK-AND-COMPLIANCE-MANAGER.pdf" rel="nofollow"><u>Role Description</u></a></p> <p>Your application, including the names of three referees, should be addressed to Ms Rita Grima, Principal, and submitted via our <a href="https://www.columba.vic.edu.au/employment/safetyriskandcompliancemanager/" rel="nofollow"><u>online form</u></a>.&nbsp;</p> <p>Applications close 4:00pm Wednesday 3 December 2025.&nbsp;</p> <p><i>Mary Aikenhead Ministries schools are committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.&nbsp;</i>&nbsp;</p>