Safety, Risk and Compliance Officer

Safety, Risk and Compliance Officer

St Columba's College Essendon

ESSENDON, VIC

Risk / Compliance / Safety

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 14 June 2026

Drive safety, risk and compliance practices that support staff wellbeing and organisational excellence.

St Columba’s College is a contemporary Catholic secondary school committed to fostering excellence in learning, wellbeing and personal growth. We are dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive environment where every student is known, valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and proactive Safety, Risk and Compliance Officer to join our Business and Operations Team. This role plays a critical part in supporting the College's commitment to providing a safe, compliant and well-managed environment for students, staff and visitors through the effective coordination of workplace safety, risk management and compliance systems.

This is a full time ongoing position to commence as soon as possible.

As the Safety, Risk and Compliance Officer, you will:

• Coordinate and support the College's workplace health and safety framework.
• Maintain the College Risk Register and support risk management processes across all areas of the College.
• Monitor compliance obligations and assist with policy, audit and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate incident, hazard and injury reporting and ensure appropriate follow-up actions are implemented.
• Support emergency management planning, workplace inspections and safety initiatives.
• Provide reporting, data analysis and recommendations to support continuous improvement.

We are looking for someone who has:

• A genuine commitment to workplace safety, wellbeing and continuous improvement.
• Experience in workplace health and safety, risk management, compliance or a related field.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships across a diverse school community.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports and maintain accurate documentation.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a welcoming, values-driven school where staff feel supported and connected
• Access development opportunities, and the chance to build your career
• Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and care for the school community
• Dedicated Staff Wellbeing Plan that honours our community and supports our staff

Your application, including the names of two referees, should be addressed to Ms Rita Grima, Principal, and submitted by clicking on Apply.

Applications close 4:00pm on Sunday 14 June 2026.

Candidates must hold a valid visa and/or full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.

Mary Aikenhead Ministries schools are committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.