Manager Safety and Security

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service is East Gippsland’s largest employer providing a comprehensive array of health care services to our community.  Located in the beautiful Victorian region of East Gippsland, you will relish a relaxed lifestyle living on the Gippsland Lakes with easy access to isolated beaches, the high-country and snow fields. BRHS offers a rewarding work environment providing challenge, variety and a range of opportunities to progress your career.  You will join our dedicated team of health professionals and support teams who are committed to delivering our purpose of Best Care Experience. Every Person, Every Time.  Be bold, make the change now!

About the role

Reporting to the Operational Director – Workforce, this senior leadership role is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of staff, patients, visitors and the broader BRHS community.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and continuously improving BRHS’s Occupational Health & Safety Management System
• Driving emergency preparedness, response and business continuity planning
• Overseeing the Occupational Violence Prevention framework
• Providing leadership and direction to the Security Team
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, accreditation standards and best practice
• Partnering with leaders and teams across the organisation to foster a strong safety culture

About you

You are a confident, collaborative leader who brings both strategic thinking and practical delivery.

You will have:

• A minimum Certificate IV in Workplace Health & Safety or Emergency Management (postgraduate qualifications highly regarded)
• Significant experience in OHS, emergency management or safety leadership (health sector experience desirable)
• Strong knowledge of Victorian OHS legislation, risk management and incident investigation
• Experience developing and implementing emergency management plans and training
• Knowledge of security operations and systems (e.g. access control, duress and alarms)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• A solutions‑focused approach and the ability to lead change in complex environments

Please refer to the Position Description for the full Key Selection Criteria here. 

Why BRHS?

• A meaningful leadership role in a growing regional health service
• Competitive salary (Grade 6 – $110,479 + super) and generous salary packaging options
• Supportive executive leadership and strong organisational values
• Lifestyle benefits of living and working in East Gippsland, plus 5 weeks annual leave

Interested? For more information contact:

Danielle McToldridge, Operational Director Workforce, on 03 5150 3488.

Applications close: Tuesday, 19th May 2026

Applications are to be submitted by selecting “Apply Now” and are to include:

• Cover letter
• Resume (including two recent referees)
• Response to the full key selection criteria (as listed in the attached position description)

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At BRHS, we recognise that diversity strengthens our workforce, enhances our services and enriches the communities we serve.  We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, feels safe, valued and supported.  Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please contact us at people.culture@brhs.com.au

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service is deeply committed to an environment that supports the safety and wellbeing of all people including children.  Read our full values and commitments here.