At Ambulance Victoria (AV) we are proud to share our commitment to save and improve lives by providing outstanding care for our patients. This is our promise to every patient, and it sits at the heart of everything we do. No matter what corporate or support role you play in delivering our critical services to Victorians, you will join a team dedicated to bringing our vision to be a world leading ambulance service to life. 

AV are seeking two Lead Safety Programs to join the Health and Safety department to drive continuous improvement in risk management, compliance, and safety outcomes. The Lead Safety Programs also provide strategic and operational oversight of programs of work, associated teams, and key health and safety initiatives. 

The two roles have distinct portfolios:

1. Manual Handling (MH) and Alcohol & Other Drugs (AOD)
2. Psychosocial and respiratory protection 

These roles are full time, permanent positions. While WFH/Hybrid options are available, it is essential that the successful applicant maintains a presence at Doncaster Headquarters in line with our hybrid working model. 

About the role

Reporting to the Senior Manager Safety, responsibilities of these positions include, but not limited to:

• Leading the teams, setting direction, building capability, and ensuring effective delivery of program outcomes
• Overseeing the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of programs of work, including key projects and initiatives aligned to organisational priorities
• Driving and delivering broader Health & Safety projects and initiatives, ensuring integration with enterprise safety objectives and regulatory requirements
• Monitoring, analysing, and reporting on safety performance, including program specific metrics, and providing actionable insights and recommendations for improvement
• Supporting and participating in internal and external audits, ensuring program delivery aligns with ISO 45001 and organisational standards, and closing out findings effectively
• Leading the ongoing maintenance and continuous improvement of relevant components of the OHS Management System, policies, procedures, and frameworks 

About you

To be considered for this role, candidates should hold a postgraduate qualification or relevant industry certification (or be actively working toward one), along with extensive experience in a related field. A combination of formal training and solid practical experience will also be considered. Certification as an Internal/Lead Auditor for ISO 45001 is highly desirable.

You will also possess:

• Demonstrated experience managing OHS risks in a complex and highly regulated organisation
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of OHS legislation
• Experience in the design, implementation and management of projects
• Experience in developing training, projects or equivalent is highly desirable
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant software applications 

Please see the position description for a full list of position requirements and key selection criteria. 

Working at Ambulance Victoria

As a valued member of AV you will enjoy a professional working environment that recognises the importance of work/life balance. We offer salary packaging options, generous personal leave entitlements, accrued days off for full time roles, and other benefits including free on-site parking. 

We believe our people are our greatest resource and the sustainability of our workforce depends on how well we utilise our people's skills and abilities and whether our staffing reflects the diversity of the Victorian community.  If you are ready to be an integral part in bringing our values of Care, Accountability, Respect and Excellence to life at AV, we want to hear from you! 

Important information

By applying for a position, you agree to undertake an assessment of any Secondary Employment or outside interests, in line with AV's Secondary Employment procedure. This is required to ensure there is no perceived or actual conflict of interest for AV should you be successful and commence in the role. 

Successful applicants will need to be willing to complete pre-employment screening including references, misconduct and Police Checks. 

This position is classified AV5 under the Ambulance Victoria (Management and Administrative Staff) Enterprise Agreement 2021. 

The position description can be found on the AV Careers website https://careers.ambulance.vic.gov.au. 

How to apply

Your application is an integral part of the selection process and should include

• Cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the position
• Current resume
• As part of submitting your application you will be asked to respond to the following:
• Describe a time when you led the development or enhancement of an OHS management system. How did you ensure it aligned with ISO 45001 standards and met the needs of a complex organisation?
• Have you ever identified a significant safety risk through an internal audit process? What steps did you take to address it, and how did you communicate the findings to stakeholders?

Please note: Answers are limited to 500 words each and a separate document responding to the key selection criteria is not required. 

Applications must be submitted by 11.59pm AEST on Sunday 24 May 2026. Applications must be submitted via the AV Careers Centre website https://careers.ambulance.vic.gov.au to be considered. Emailed applications will not be accepted. 

For further information, please refer to ‘Applying for a position with Ambulance Victoria‘. For any further queries please contact recruitment via recruitment@ambulance.vic.gov.au or 03 9840 3653.

At all levels of our organisation a diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to deliver the Best Care to the Victorian community, and helps create a healthier, more productive workplace for our people. In the event you require a reasonable adjustment to support your application for this role, please contact us at recruitment@ambulance.vic.gov.au and a member of our Recruitment & Selection team will be in touch.