Chief Executive Officer


Chief Executive Officer

Contract Type:

Permanent / Fulltime

Location:

Melbourne - Victoria

Industry:

Public Sector

Contact Name:

Emma Alberici

Contact Email:

ealberici@derwentsearch.com.au

Contact Phone:

9223 1855

Date Published:

28-Apr-2025

WorkSafe has a clear purpose - reducing workplace harm and improving outcomes for injured workers. Its staff are united in their dedication to supporting all Victorians to be healthy and safe at work and to recover from workplace injury or illness as quickly as possible.

The new Chief Executive Officer will work closely with employers, unions, workers, the government and the community to continue the march to make Victoria the safest place to work in Australia and one of the safest in the world. Managing a team of 1900 people, headquartered in Geelong, the WorkSafe CEO will inspire a culture that’s unrelentingly committed to best practice in return-to-work strategies.

We are looking for a strong and proven leader who is agile and curious. You will have a record of managing large teams and driving high performance in a complex setting. You will be able to demonstrate impeccable judgement and be committed to continuous improvement with a history of outstanding stakeholder management. Experience in or around government is highly desirable.

Application Instructions
Closing date for applications is Sunday 25th May 2025.
Please  click here  for a copy of the candidate information pack. Your application should include: A current resume (no more than four pages) and a succinct pitch (maximum 750 words) that tells us why you are attracted to the role and what makes you the right candidate. If you have any questions, please contact Emma Alberici by email publicsector@derwentsearch.com.au or on 0419 683 660

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