* Exciting opportunity to learn more about the water industry!
* Inclusive & equitable workplace with a range of flexible work arrangements.
* Professional development opportunities including NEW’s Leadership Program!
Are you a Health, Safety and Wellbeing champion? Join us in supporting our commitment to zero harm in every aspect of our workplace!
About the role
At North East Water, we prioritise the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees. Our commitment to zero harm is embedded in every aspect of our workplace, creating an environment free from bullying and harassment. We believe that a healthy and happy workforce contributes to the success of our organisation. Join us in creating a workplace where health, safety and wellbeing are our top priority!
The Team Leader Health, Safety and Wellbeing will lead, develop, and maintain an environment for our people that is safe, healthy and supports the expansion of our people’s skills and knowledge.
This role is a full-time, ongoing opportunity including flexible work options.
Key Responsibilities
o Implement and maintain the Occupational Health and Safety Management System that is certified against the International Standard ISO45001:2018 .
o Lead, motivate, and develop the Health, Safety and Wellbeing team .
o Work alongside the Wellbeing & Injury Management Advisor to support the implementation of psychological safety processes focusing on employee mental health and wellbeing.
o Cultivate a positive safety culture through promoting awareness, safety engagement and accountability.
o Prepare and deliver board reports that highlight health, safety and wellbeing metrics and data.
o Develop policies, procedures, systems, and processes as required to control hazards and risks.
o Coordinate internal and external audits, and workplace inspections .
o Manage OHS incident reporting and undertake investigations including the development of preventative and corrective actions in consultation with relevant staff.
o Ensure continuous improvement initiatives based on feedback, incidents, or changes in the operational environment.
o Support the Wellbeing & Injury Management Advisor through championing employee wellbeing initiatives, ideas, and programs .
o Assist and support return to work and PIAWE processes.
o Build positive workplace relationships with all stakeholders including contractors, to gain cooperation and assistance in achieving desired outcomes and resolving specialist matters.
o Appropriately handle matters of a sensitive and confidential nature with a high degree of discretion, confidentiality, and integrity.
o Undertake project and contractor site audits and inspections, including reviewing contractor health and safety plans and inducting contractors as required.
o Serve as a subject matter expert in health and safety, keeping up to date with laws and regulations to ensure compliance.
Key Selection Criteria
1. Your proven ability to build rapport with employees and effective working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and management.
2. High level of communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to write and present formal reports to management.
3. Your demonstrated experience in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of OHS management systems and associated safe work procedures.
4. Your working knowledge and understanding of the OHS regulatory framework, principles, and practices with a proven ability to investigate workplace incidents or hazards.
5. Nationally recognised formal OHS qualification.
Working at North East Water
North East Water is a leader in a unique and rewarding industry. This is thanks to our team who makes sure we exceed the expectations of our customers and communities. We’re committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment, and offer a range of benefits to our people, including:
o Our state-of-the-art regional headquarters (with our fabulous atrium),
o Getting out and about in the beautiful north east region,
o Great work-life balance with a range of flexible working arrangements,
o Professional development through on-the-job and external training, leadership development programs, study assistance, mentoring and secondment opportunities,
o Annual salary increases and superannuation,
o Wide variety of leave types including 1 paid day off per month to use as you choose and paid parental leave,
o Health and wellbeing activities,
o 24/7 wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP),
o Social club,
o Bring your dog to work,
o plus much, much more!
Position Information
o An attractive salary range of $104,078 to $116,623 plus 11.5% superannuation, depending on skills and experience.
o This is a full time, ongoing position.
o Successful applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including a police check and/or pre-employment medical and functional testing where applicable.
o Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
Have questions? Get in touch!
Please do not hesitate to contact Renae Coates, Manager People and Culture in 0436 451 849 or our People and Culture team via email
Ready to apply?
For tips on writing your application and how our application process works, please visit:
o For your application to be considered, please apply via our website
Please note that applicants may be contacted and/or interviewed prior to the closing date of this advertisement.
Applications close 11:59pm 30 March 2025.
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