WHS Systems Management Partner

Responsibilities

• Lead and evolve Cochlear’s global WHS management system, ensuring alignment with ISO 45001, legislative requirements, and enterprise risk frameworks
• Govern WHS processes by maintaining and continuously improving policies, procedures, and system frameworks
• Deliver risk-based insights and recommendations to enable informed decision-making across the business
• Develop and enhance WHS reporting and dashboards using Power BI to translate data into actionable insights for leadership
• Support audits, compliance reviews, and incident investigations to ensure robust analysis and continuous improvement
• Partner with global stakeholders to build capability, uplift compliance, and embed best-practice safety standards
• Design and support WHS training and awareness initiatives to strengthen organizational accountability

Requirements

• Proven experience in WHS management systems, including design, implementation, and auditing
• Strong working knowledge of WHS legislation and regulatory frameworks, ideally across multiple jurisdictions
• Demonstrated experience partnering with mid to senior-level stakeholders in complex or matrixed organizations
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting using tools such as Power BI and Excel
• Familiarity with ISO 45001 and its practical application in organizational settings
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or exposure to psychosocial safety or behavioral safety frameworks

About the Company

Cochlear is the global leader in implantable hearing solutions. Our mission is to help people hear and be heard, empowering them to connect with others and live full lives. We innovate to transform the way people understand and treat hearing loss, providing life-changing technology to people of all ages worldwide.