As the Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Advisor, you will provide a quality client focused WHS service to employees in the Alice Spring region.
You will support managers and employees in the delivery of a safe and healthy working environment to meet corporate objectives.
* Remuneration from $119,834 pa based on experience.
* You must be living or willing to relocate to Alice Springs to be considered.
* Relocation Assistance may be provided.
About the Role
* Support and promote a positive safety culture.
* Regularly evaluate workplace performance and analyse WHS information and data to enhance overall performance.
* Develop and lead safety improvement initiatives that support the desired WHS culture while complying with relevant legislation requirements.
* Provide direction and assist leaders in operational safety requirements including controlling hazards, ICAM / 5 Why investigations, risk assessments and development of JSEA’s.
* Review and assist with the ongoing maintenance of policies, procedures, guidelines and audits.
* Prepare written reports and recommendations in relation to hazards, risk management, workplace health and safety, environmental and quality issues and trends.
* Deliver in house training to raise WHS standards and competency and to develop a strong WHS culture.
* Actively lead and influence WHS performance and assist with the reduction of risks, near hits, incidents and injuries.
* About You
* Proven ability to deliver WHS services in compliance with legislation, corporate objectives and industry best practice.
* Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, contractor management and compliance.
* High level skills in the development, implementation, and aplication of WHS management systems and programs.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to work effectively with people of diverse cultural backgrounds.
* Advanced analytical skills, with the ability to identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement to WHS management systems.
* Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Health and Safety / WHS or similar advantageous
* Previous experience developing and conducting work-based training and/or Certificate IV in Training and Assessment desirable.
* Previous experience in a utilities or heavy industry environment would be great.
* Northern Territory Driver’s Licence or equivalent essential.
Full working rights in Australia essential.