CFA is an emergency service that places the community at the centre of everything we do. We work to protect lives and property across Victoria, every hour of the day.

Our organisation is made up of employees working alongside more than 51,000 volunteers. We value the different skills, experience and viewpoints that people bring, because they strengthen how we operate and support the services Victorians rely on.

We aim to be a workplace where people feel supported to do meaningful work, develop professionally and contribute to outcomes that matter to the people and places we serve.

To learn more about who we are and the work we do, visit our About Us page.

About the Role

The Senior Manager Health and Safety is an ongoing leadership role responsible for the strategic oversight and continuous improvement of CFA's health and safety systems and practices. Reporting to the General Manager, Health, Safety and Wellbeing, the role ensures the Occupational Health and Safety Management System is contemporary, compliant and fit for purpose across a complex operating environment.

The role provides authoritative advice to senior leaders on health and safety governance, risk management and legislative compliance, translating regulatory and operational requirements into practical, effective systems and initiatives that support frontline delivery and a strong safety culture.

Leading an established multidisciplinary team, the Senior Manager Health and Safety drives data-informed improvement initiatives, leverages digital systems and analytics, and works closely with internal and external stakeholders to reduce risk, prevent injury and strengthen health, safety and wellbeing outcomes across the organisation.

About you

You are a strategic and pragmatic health and safety leader with extensive experience designing and improving occupational health and safety management systems in complex environments. You bring a strong working knowledge of the Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations and Compliance Codes, and an understanding of relevant Australian and international standards such as ISO 45001 and/or AS 4801.

You are a clear and credible communicator who can provide trusted advice to senior leaders and work effectively with operational teams and external stakeholders. While graduate qualifications in Occupational Health and Safety or Risk are desirable, demonstrated experience delivering contemporary health and safety outcomes will be equally valued.

Experience in high-risk, frontline or emergency service environments, including managing complex incidents and driving system improvement, will be highly regarded.

Why choose CFA

• Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference
• Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions
• Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements
• Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services
• Wellbeing Focus: Health Ready programs, flu vaccinations
• Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways 

Your Application

Click the ‘Apply' button to access our online application portal. You will be prompted to provide your personal and contact details and to respond to employment-related questions. When applying for a position with CFA, please include a cover letter and resume that clearly demonstrate your qualifications, experience and the key attributes and skills relevant to the role.

Pre-employment Checks

Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who are able to successfully complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check.  You will also be required to provide at least two professional references.

Applications close: 11:59pm 16 February 2026

CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves.  First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply. 

If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively, email recruitment@cfa.vic.gov.au

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