Health and Safety Advisor

• Health & Safety Advisor.
• The role is standalone, with full support from all levels of management.
• Seeking an energetic, passionate individual with a strong focus on continuous improvement in WHS. 

Client Details

A leading engineering consultancy business with emphasis on sustainable practices, our client offers a culture that collaborative and welcoming. 

Our client seeks to appoint a strong Health and Safety Advisor into the team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to make a significant impact and lead WHS functions in the AU business across NSW, VIC/TAS, SA/WA and QLD.

The Health & Safety Advisor plays a critical role in safeguarding the well-being of employees, contractors, and visitors across our operations. This position demands a proactive individual with a strong commitment to fostering a culture of safety within the organisation.

This role works closely with regional and operations managers, and their teams, to lead WHS meetings, training sessions, and initiatives. The position will involve regular travel to all regions to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements is consistently met.

Description 

• Conducting regular site inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Developing, implementing, and maintaining health and safety policies and procedures that align with industry standards.
• Providing expert advice on health and safety matters to management and staff, promoting best practices across all levels of the organisation.
• Lead and manage medical compliance of employees in accordance with the relevant legislation, including appropriate management of health records.
• Coordinating training sessions for employees on health and safety protocols, ensuring that all team members are equipped with the necessary knowledge to work safely.
• Investigating incidents, accidents, or near misses to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Maintaining accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, training sessions, and other relevant documentation as required by legislation.
• Lead and manage the annual ISO reaccreditation process, including internal and external audits, assisting with the development of documentation and other required tasks.
• Lead and manage the ongoing roll-out and further development of the Safety Culture platform.
• Staying updated on changes in legislation or best practices related to workplace health and safety to ensure compliance within the organisation.
• Ensure the confidentiality and privacy of all operational and client information at all times.
• Participate actively in all relevant meetings, contributing insights and feedback as appropriate.
• Set a positive example by consistently demonstrating safe work practices and behaviours.
• Oversee incident reporting, workers' compensation, and rehabilitation processes.
• Develop and implement the Injury and Rehabilitation Management Policy.
• Manage Rehabilitation & Return to Work coordination, including WorkCover claims.
• Advise staff and management on risk reduction and WorkCover claims.
• Maintain communication with injured workers, medical practitioners, and rehabilitation providers.
• Develop, promote, and implement the Company’s Emergency Management Plan (EMP).
• Coordinate emergency management training in compliance with relevant legislation.
• Maintain and develop SWMS and other relevant safety and environmental management documentation and ensure they are compliant with relevant legislation.

Profile

The ideal candidate is self-driven, requires minimal guidance, and can work autonomously and excels in building relationships and engages well with others,

Must haves:

• 3-4 years of experience in a similar role
• Construction industry experience preferred
• Experience with ELMO, Safety Culture app, or similar platforms
• IOS accreditation knowledge

 

Job Offer

• $120k base + super (no vehicle provided)
• The successful candidate must be willing and able to travel to interstate sites as needed
• $250 travel allowance per night when staying overnight
• Office based role with team support and collaboration
• Career growth opportunities with professional development and training
• Access to free, professional, and confidential counselling via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to our Learning Management System (LMS)
• Staff parking available
• A great selection of cafes, shops, and gyms right at your doorstep

 

Contact details - ashleyduffy@future-you.com.au