The Company
Our client is a well-established and globally connected organisation operating across manufacturing, warehousing and distribution environments throughout Australia and New Zealand. Recognised for its commitment to quality, innovation and operational excellence, the business continues to invest in its people, systems and workplace safety practices to support long-term growth and sustainability.
Safety is a core organisational value, with a genuine commitment to creating healthy, safe and supportive workplaces for employees, contractors and visitors. With multiple operating entities and sites, the organisation is focused on driving consistency in safety practices, strengthening safety leadership and continuously improving performance across all areas of the business.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Head of HSE, the WHS Advisor will be responsible for delivering health, safety and wellbeing initiatives across several operational sites. Acting as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees, you will provide practical safety guidance, coaching and support while helping maintain a strong culture of compliance and continuous improvement.
Key result areas include incident management, injury management and return to work coordination, facilitating safety training and awareness programs, conducting risk assessments and audits, maintaining WHS systems and documentation, and ensuring compliance with legislative obligations and organisational standards. The role will also contribute to harmonising safety practices across multiple businesses and supporting a broader health and wellbeing agenda.
Critical to the position is the ability to build strong working relationships with operational leaders and employees, influence positive safety behaviours and provide practical solutions that improve workplace health and safety outcomes. This role offers significant variety and the opportunity to make a visible impact across multiple sites and business functions.
About You
We are seeking an engaging and proactive safety professional with the following skills and attributes:
- Experience within manufacturing, warehousing, construction or a similar operational environment
- Qualifications in Workplace Health and Safety (Cert IV WHS or higher) or currently working towards formal qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in a health and safety focused role
- Strong understanding of risk management, incident investigation and injury management processes
- Experience facilitating training, presentations or educational sessions
- Proven ability to build productive relationships with stakeholders at all levels
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Highly organised with excellent time management and prioritisation skills
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office capability
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organisation that genuinely values safety, employee wellbeing and continuous improvement. You will be given the opportunity to work closely with experienced leaders, influence safety outcomes across multiple operational environments and contribute to meaningful initiatives that protect and support people at work.
The role offers diversity, autonomy and the chance to make a tangible difference within a growing business. If you enjoy partnering with people, building capability and driving positive safety outcomes, this position provides an outstanding platform to further develop your career while contributing to a high-performing organisation.
For a confidential discussion, contact Jessica O'Neill
on 0457 336 833. Applications should be submitted via Beilby Downing Teal.
