PwC

Head of Safety | Senior Manager

PwC  •  Sydney, AU (Onsite)  •  13 hours ago
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Job Description

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Corporate and Business Strategy

Management Level

Senior Manager

& Summary

There’s realexpertisein creating safer workplaces — it begins with leaders who combine strong governance knowledge and strategic insight. As a Senior Manager, Enterprise Safety Strategy at PwC,you’lluse your skills in WHS governance, risk management, and executive stakeholder engagement to lead safety strategy and build organisational capability

Why PwC?

At PwC Australia, your skills meet purpose. We tackle big challenges across industries like finance, technology, energy, and healthgiving you the chance to makeareal impact. Here, your growth is our priority.You’llwork with leading teams, explorenew technologies, and unlock your full potential.

Join a global community ofmore than370,000 peoplewhovalue bold ideas, collaboration, and lastingchange. Together,we’rebuilding trust andshapingthe future

Whatyou’lldo:

  • Lead Enterprise Safety Strategy

  • Drive the development and execution of the organisation's WHS strategy, ensuring alignment with business priorities, riskprofileand organisational maturity.

  • Oversee Governance, Risk and Compliance

  • Provide assurance over WHS governance frameworks, risk management, incidentmanagementand legislative compliance obligations.

  • Influence Executive Decision-Making

  • Act as a trusted advisor to executives,leadersand governance forums,providingevidence-based guidance on safety risks,prioritiesand strategic trade-offs.

  • Build Organisational Safety Capability and Culture

  • Embed safety leadership across the organisation, driving accountability and supporting leaders to effectively manage physical and psychological safety risks.

  • Lead and Develop the Safety Function

  • Lead the Safety team through clear direction, capability development, workforceplanningand performance management to deliver sustainable WHS outcomes.

Whatwe’relooking for

Core skills

  • WHS Governance, Risk and Compliance Expertise – Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, risk managementframeworksand assurance processes.

  • Strategic Planning and Execution – Ability to translate organisationalobjectives, emergingrisksand legislative requirements into practical safety strategies.

  • Executive Stakeholder Management – Proven experience influencing senior leaders,boardsand governance forums.

  • Leadership and Team Development – Demonstrated success leading high-performing teams and building organisational capability.

  • Risk Analysis and Decision Support – Ability to analyse complex information,identifyemerging risks and provide clear recommendations.

Desirableskills

  • Strategic Thinking – Anticipates future risks and opportunities and aligns safety priorities with business needs.

  • Influencing and Communication – Builds trust, gains buy-in and effectively communicates with diverse stakeholders at all levels.

  • Sound Judgement and Decision-Making – Demonstrates composure and balanced decision-making in complex or high-risk situations.

  • Collaboration and Relationship Building – Develops productive partnerships across business functions and external stakeholders.

  • Enterprise Mindset – Focuses on organisation-wide outcomes, balancing competing priorities and delivering sustainable results.

Don'tmeet every requirement?We encourage you to apply. We value all forms of experiencethatmay betransferrable and relevant

We know thatperksare as important as your financial rewards. Explore all the benefits that PwC has to offer here.

Whatyou’llgain:

  • Leadership development programs and executive coaching designed to help you inspire teams and accelerate your career growth.

  • A world-class parental leave policy offering up to 26 weeks of leave for caregivers, supporting your family and personal life.

  • Flexibility means trusting you to choose when, where, and how you work,balancingwhat’sbest for you, your team, and your clients to grow and thrive together.

  • Being part of a community united by purpose, delivering impact that reaches clients, communities, and the futureyou’reshaping.

We know thatperksare as important as your financial rewards. Explore all the benefits that PwC has to offer here.

Ready to grow here and go further?Join PwC Australia as aSenior Managerand make an impact that goes beyond the expected. Apply now and take your next step with a team shaping the future.

We’recommitted to treating all our job applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability, neurodivergence, or any other protected characteristicand tomaintaininga safe, respectful workplace for everyone We want you to have every opportunity to thrive in our selection process. In the application form, you can let us know what adjustments yourequireduring our recruitment process and/or any workplace accommodations youanticipateneeding to help you perform your role. 

Noagenciesplease: We kindly request that recruitment agencies do notsubmitCVs in response to this advertisement.We areonly accepting applicationsdirectlyfrom individuals.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Compliance Assurance, Complying With Regulations, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) Program Development, Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Compliance, Environmental Advocacy, Environmental Consulting, Environmental Hazards, Environmental Health And Safety, Environmental Health Investigations, Environmental Health Promotion, Environmental Performance Evaluation, Environmental Policy, Environmental Problem Solving, Environmental Program Management, Environmental Quality Control {+ 26 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

September 5, 2026

PwC

About PwC

At PwC, we help clients drive their companies to the leading edge. We’re a tech-forward, people-empowered network with more than 370,000 people in 149 countries. Across audit and assurance, tax and legal, deals and consulting we help build, accelerate and sustain momentum. Find out more at www.pwc.com.

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Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
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Year Founded
Unknown
Website
pwc.com
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