Health, Safety & Environment (Construction)
Full time
Yore Contractors is a family owned, Muswellbrook Company established in 1969 which has over 50 years of experience in a wide array of civil construction projects Australia wide ranging from pipeline design and installation, water and sewage pumping stations, process infrastructure, earthworks, road works, structural concrete, and miscellaneous civil engineering works.
Based in NSW Hunter Valley and QLD Bowen Basin.
We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable HSEQ (Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality) Advisor to join our team!
In this pivotal role, you will provide expert advice and assistance in all aspects of HSEQ, ensuring that a safe and compliant workplace is maintained at all times.
Your primary responsibility will be to empower leaders across various business units to take ownership of safety, enhancing safety practices and fostering a culture of excellence within the organisation.
Position is Monday - Friday (FIFO or DIDO) in Moranbah, QLD with monthly travel requirement to Muswellbrook NSW.
If you're an experienced professional with a passion for growth and collaboration, this role is designed for you.
What You'll Deliver with Us
As a Senior Safety Specialist, you'll be at the heart of our safety strategy.
You'll build and maintain strong relationships with various stakeholders, service providers and regulators to ensure best practices in safety, culture, and compliance.
Your responsibilities will include:
Developing safety plans that align with strategic objectives, emphasising leadership and engagement
Supporting the implementation of WHS initiatives and ensuring adherence to safety standards
Driving the delivery of complex safety projects and investigations
Collaborating with business leaders to improve safety metrics and address exposures effectively
Your Role Will Involve:
Cultivating trusted partnerships with operational leaders to implement safety initiatives
Offering expert advice and ongoing coaching to drive sustainable safety improvements
Overseeing the local implementation of safety management systems
Overseeing Project Management Quality Assurance and collating Manufacture Data Reports for client sign off
Supporting Managers in conducting thorough incident investigations
Developing risk initiatives that align with our safety strategy and sharing safety learnings to foster a robust safety culture
Analysing incident trends and identifying opportunities for improvement
Maintaining Workers Compensation reporting, injury management and return to work co-ordination
About You
You're an exceptional communicator with a knack for building relationships and fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
You thrive on feedback and are open to innovative ideas.
Your leadership style is interactive in coaching and mentorship, and you have a track record of making a tangible difference in safety practices.
Key Qualifications and Experience:
Cert IV in WHS or Tertiary qualifications (but not essential)
5 years of experience in safety roles within large organisations with experience in mining or civil (preferable but not essential)
Strong skills in interpreting and implementing safety regulations, standards, and policies.
Proven experience in investigation, auditing, and developing safety solutions.
Experience in strategy development and safety plan execution with positive outcomes
Strong influencing and relationship-building skills, including experience with unions and HSRs
In-depth knowledge of safety legislation, transport and mining operations preferable
Current Australian Drivers Licence
Candidates will need to be prepared to undertake a pre-employment screening including medical.
Please submit a current resume including cover letter.
Thank you.
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
How many years' experience do you have as a Safety Specialist?
Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
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