Safety, Risk and Compliance Manager
Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.50 FTE)
Applications Close: 7 September 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 & 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 that honours our community and supports our staff</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="https://www.columba.vic.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/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 <strong>MUST</strong> be submitted via the <a href="https://www.columba.vic.edu.au/employment/safetyriskandcompliancemanager/" rel="nofollow">online application form</a> on the College website. </p>
<p>Applications close 4:00pm Sunday 7 September 2025. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and an appointment may be made prior to the closing date.</p>
<p>Candidates must hold a valid visa and/or full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.</p>
<p><i>Mary Aikenhead Ministries schools are committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. </i> </p>