At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead WHS initiatives and contribute to people and culture projects.
- Company: Join Grant Thornton, a top-tier accounting and consulting firm.
- Benefits: Flexible working, generous parental leave, gym memberships, and more.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on workplace safety and employee wellbeing.
- Qualifications: Experience in WHS and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Grant Thornton Australia is one of the world's leading independently-owned and managed accounting, advisory and consulting firms. Our culture is underpinned by a commitment to our clients, people and communities, and our promise to 'Reach for Remarkable' by providing proven expertise, principled execution, and personalised experience. In Australia, we're proud to support the careers of over 1,500 remarkable people. With six offices nationally and partner firms in more than 145 markets, wherever you want to go, we can take you there.
A unique opportunity is available for an experienced WHS and Projects Business Partner to join our national People and Culture team on a part-time basis, working 3 days a week (0.6 FTE). This is an impactful role that suits a WHS professional who is passionate about creating safer, healthier workplaces, while also contributing to broader people and culture initiatives. Combining expertise in physical and psychosocial safety with policy development and project work, you will play an important part in helping us deliver an outstanding people experience. Working in a dynamic, innovative professional services environment, you'll partner with the broader P&C team and leaders across the business to strengthen our safety systems and capability, develop practical people policies, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the ongoing development and implementation of a practical, commercial WHS and wellbeing framework
- Provide advice to P&C and leaders on physical and psychosocial safety risks
- Coordinate workplace risk assessments, incident investigations and corrective actions
- Support compliance with WHS legislation and internal safety policies and processes
- Maintain WHS systems, registers and reporting
- Monitor safety performance and identify opportunities for improvement
- Support P&C team with workers compensation, return-to-work and early intervention activities
- Draft, review and maintain People & Culture policies, procedures and guidelines
- Ensure employment-related policies remain legally compliant, contemporary and aligned with company strategy
- Support policy consultation, communication and implementation across the business
- Contribute to a range of People & Culture projects and initiatives
- Support the implementation of new people programs, processes and systems
Skills and experience
You are a proactive, collaborative professional who enjoys variety and is comfortable pivoting between operational and project-based work. If you're interested in this role but don't feel that you match every single one of our requirements, we would still love to hear from you and explore the unique skillset and attributes that you can bring to the team.
Required Qualification(s)
- Qualification(s) in Workplace Health & Safety, Human Resources, Business, Psychology or related discipline(s)
Required Experience
- Demonstrated experience in Workplace Health and Safety, ideally within a professional services, corporate, or knowledge-based environment
- Strong knowledge of Australian WHS legislation and contemporary safety practices
- Experience managing both physical and psychosocial hazards
- Experience writing policies and related procedures
- Strong project management and organisational skills
- Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to develop clear and practical documentation
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
- A continuous improvement mindset and ability to effectively balance competing priorities
- The confidence to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
Desirable
- Return to Work Coordinator and Mental Health First Aid or similar qualification(s) would be desirable
Remarkable perks
- Flexible / hybrid working options and Recharge Time available
- Up to 26 weeks' paid parental leave | paid secondary carer's leave
- Salary packaging | Salary Continuance Insurance
- Fully funded gym membership | Health Insurance discounts
- And many more!
We are also the first professional services firm in Australia to trial and permanently implement a 9-Day fortnight with no reduction in salary.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible for anyone who wishes to apply, and we warmly encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, those in the LGBTQI+ community and individuals who identify as having disability or are neurodivergent.
WHS & Projects Business Partner employer: Grant Thornton Australia Limited
Grant Thornton Australia is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and well-being. With flexible work arrangements, including a market-leading 9-day fortnight, and a commitment to professional development, employees are empowered to reach their full potential while making a meaningful impact in the community. Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and personal success, all within a supportive environment that celebrates diversity and excellence.
Contact Details:
Grant Thornton Australia Limited Recruitment Team
