Health and Safety Manager Courses
A Health and Safety Manager ensures compliance with WHS legislation and safety standards, developing risk management plans and coordinating safety audits.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Health and Safety Manager
Get qualified to work as a Health and Safety Manager with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
BSB41419
Duration
4 days - 24 months
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
The BSB41419 - Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety is a Nationally Recognised Training (NRT) qualification. Please make an enquiry to find out more about the course such as government funding options, study modes and duration.
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Duration
4 days - 24 months
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Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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BSB50820
The BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management (Specialising in Construction) is designed for project managers and team leaders working in the construction industry who have been assigned to a major project. You will learn how to scope and cost out a project, then manage the budget, quality, resources and work teams.
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The Graduate Certificate in Safety, Risk, and Reliability Engineering provides professionals with essential skills in safety management, risk assessment, and reliability engineering. It equips students with the expertise to manage safety systems, mitigate risks, and enhance reliability in various engineering fields. Covering system safety, risk management, incident investigation, and reliability analysis, the course combines theoretical knowledge with practical application. Students will gain insights int...
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BSB60619
Duration
12 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL
The Advanced Diploma of Work Health and Safety BSB60619 is a high-end WHS qualification for HR Managers and WHS professionals needing specialised knowledge of Work Health and Safety. Students learn how to implement WHS risk management systems, evaluate their organisation’s WHS performance, and apply the underpinning legislative framework relevant to their industry and location within Australia.
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Duration
12 months - 24 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL
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How much do Health and Safety Managers earn?
In Australia, a full time Health and Safety Manager generally earns $2,875 per week ($149,500 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only.

What are the job opportunities for Health and Safety Managers?
There exact figures for Health and Safety Managers working in Australia are unclear at this time. Health and Safety Managers are usually employed businesses and corporations in higher risk industries like mining, gas, construction, manufacturing, scientific and healthcare.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

How do I become a Health and Safety Manager?
Health and Safety Managers need an advanced knowledge of risk management practices along with highly developed administration skills. Get started with the Diploma or Advanced Diploma of Work Health and Safety. These courses take 12-18 months to complete. Many WHS Managers are degree qualified.
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Health and Safety Managers ensure an organisation complies with state WHS legislation, Australian Safety Standards and other applicable safety laws. They develop the company’s risk management plan and emergency response procedures, then report compliance status to the General Manager or Executive team.
As a Health and Safety Manager you might be developing an incident reporting procedure, coordinating safety audits at regional job sites, consulting with key supervisors about hazard control measures, or managing emerging risks and hazards using workforce safety software.
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