Our client is committed to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental practices within the construction and demolition industry. We are seeking a dedicated Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Officer to join our team and play a key role in ensuring our projects adhere to safety regulations and environmental standards.
Position Overview: As an HSE Officer, you will liaise with management and clients on health, safety, and environmental matters, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with legislation. Your expertise will help us maintain a safe working environment and support our commitment to health and safety excellence.
Key Responsibilities: Liaise with management and clients regarding health, safety, and environmental matters.Review safety and environmental hazards and perform risk assessments.Coordinate with Project Managers/Site Supervisors to develop site documentation (e.g., Safe Work Method Statements).Supervise safety site personnel and visitors.Conduct internal audits and monitor compliance with legislation.Update and maintain External Resources and Hazard and Risk Registers.Ensure that risks and controls are updated in line with new requirements.Qualifications & Experience: Certificate IV in Training & Assessing.Certificate IV in OHS.Senior First Aid/CPR certification.Construction Industry Card (Blue/White Card).Experience with accident investigation and auditing.Rehabilitation and Return to Work Certificate.We encourage junior candidates, including recent graduates, who are keen to gain on-site training in health and safety.Required Capabilities: Strong knowledge of the Workplace Health & Safety Act and Environmental Protection Act.Understanding of project site-specific Safety and Environmental Plans.Ability to write Safe Work Method Statements to mitigate hazards.Experience managing the reporting of incidents, accidents, and near misses.Strong communication skills for effective interaction with various stakeholders.Highly developed written communication skills for report preparation.Ongoing Training: Commitment to ongoing training in new Acts, Regulations, and safety/environmental matters.Regular updates to Workplace Health and Safety Officer qualifications as required.Duties - Safety and Environmental: Provide necessary documentation to clients, including risk assessments and safety plans.Conduct safety inspections to monitor compliance and ensure safe work practices.Implement safety initiatives and conduct audits.Train site employees and subcontractors in job safety documentation.Maintain first aid kits and emergency equipment.Ensure safety documentation reflects changes to regulations and is properly implemented.Monitor the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and provide training as needed.Report and investigate incidents and propose corrective actions.Duties - Rehabilitation: Liaise with work supervisors to assist injured workers.Maintain regular contact with injured workers to support their rehabilitation.
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