Role Description/Criteria
About the Role (Fixed-Term Contract)
Reporting to the Business Manager and working collaboratively with the Principal and Executive Team, you will oversee the following within the College:
- Governance & Compliance – Ensure all College policies and procedures meet VRQA minimum standards, MACS and CECV compliance obligations.
- Risk Management – Maintain the College Risk Register, oversee safety checks, lead risk assessments, and deliver risk management training.
- OHS Leadership – Chair OHS initiatives, deliver staff training, monitor risk registers, liaise with WorkSafe, and ensure staff, contractors, and volunteers meet induction and Working with Children requirements.
- Child Safety – Partner with the Deputy Principal (Students) to review and strengthen child safeguarding practices, ensuring compliance with child safety standards.
- Emergency Management – Coordinate emergency procedures, drills, maps, and ensure plans are reviewed, updated, and communicated annually.
- Policy & Complispace Administration – Manage the College’s Complispace software and ensure policies are current and accessible.
- Incident & Reporting Management – Oversee the effective capture, reporting, and investigation of all incidents including workplace injuries, near misses, compliance breaches, and reportable events.
About You
You are an experienced compliance, OHS, or risk professional with a passion for building safe and supportive workplaces. You will bring:
- Strong knowledge of OHS legislation, compliance frameworks, and risk management practices.
- Proven ability to develop, implement, and monitor compliance and safety systems.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage staff across all levels.
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and a proactive approach.
- Experience in the education sector or similar highly regulated environments (advantageous).
If you are passionate about safety, compliance, and creating a child-safe environment, we would love to hear from you.
Applications close 9:00am, 3 October 2025.
How to apply: Application Instructions:
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and why you would like to work at Saint Ignatius College Geelong.
- A current Curriculum Vitae (CV) with details of three professional referees. Please note that referees will only be contacted following the completion of the interview stage.
- A completed copy of the Saint Ignatius College Geelong Application for Employment form
- Applications should be addressed to Mr. Michael Exton, Principal and emailed to hr@ignatius.vic.edu.au by 9:00am, 3 October 2025 .
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to HR at hr@ignatius.vic.edu.au.
For further information please visit our College website.
Child Protection
Saint Ignatius College Geelong is committed to being a Child Safe organisation. The College has a zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to acting in children’s best interests and in keeping them safe from harm. We regard our child protection responsibilities with the utmost importance and as such, are committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations and maintain a child safe culture. Please read and review the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Protection and Safety Policy found on our website https://www.ignatius.vic.edu.au/our-school/child-safety-committment
Application Procedure
Please include the following in your application
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and why you would like to work at Saint Ignatius College Geelong.
- A current Curriculum Vitae (CV) with details of three professional referees. Please note that referees will only be contacted following the completion of the interview stage.
- A completed copy of the Saint Ignatius College Geelong Application for Employment form
- Applications should be addressed to Mr. Michael Exton, Principal and emailed to hr@ignatius.vic.edu.au by 9:00am, 3 October 2025.