Job description
- Hybrid opportunity in Barangaroo, Sydney
- Initial 12 months contract with possibility of extension
- $76/hour - $86/hour + superannuation (depending upon experience)
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a Wellbeing, Health & Safety team in Sydney. As a Wellbeing, Health & Safety Advisor, you will support the Wellbeing, Health & Safety Manager in implementing and advancing safer work environments across the Pacific Region. Your role will focus on ensuring a workplace that prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of all colleagues, contractors, clients, and visitors. This involves facilitating WHS strategies, delivering training programs, and ensuring compliance with legislative requirements.
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Providing expert advice on accident prevention, hazard identification, and risk management across multiple sites.
- Conducting proactive risk assessments and inspections to identify and address unsafe conditions.
- Developing and delivering training programs to enhance awareness and compliance with health and safety legislation.
- Maintaining effective communication with Wellbeing, Health, and Safety Committees, providing regular updates on safety activities and legislative changes.
- Coordinating quarterly Committee meetings, performing secretariat duties, and organizing professional development opportunities.
- Managing inspections, evaluating safety equipment, and implementing safety procedures across sites.
- Assisting with Board Reporting and maintaining WHS registers.
- Investigating serious incidents and liaising with leadership, HR, and regulatory officers on rehabilitation and return-to-work programs.
- Conducting routine safety inspections, ensuring continuous improvement in WHS processes, and participating in audits.
- Tertiary qualifications in Health & Safety or a related field.
- Proven experience in WHS advisory roles with a strong understanding of legislation and best practices.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to influence and advise effectively.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in complex situations.
- Ability to work autonomously while collaborating across various departments.
- Current driver’s license and willingness to travel between work sites.
To be eligible it is essential that applicants hold Working Rights within Australia as a Permanent Resident or Citizen and will undergo a Criminal Record check prior to commencement.
If you are interested in this role, please do APPLY NOW or call Ankita on 02 9200 3683 for more information.
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