Occupational Health & Safety (Human Resources & Recruitment)
Full time
Secure Journeys Pty. Ltd. (Secure Journeys) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Management & Training Corporation Pty. Ltd. (MTC). MTC is a global leader in the corrections, detention, training and education sectors operating Job Corps centres, correctional facilities, detention centres, detention medical departments and workforce development sites globally.
Our Vision is to be a leader in social impact by transforming lives and strengthening communities. We are proud of the incredible work our employees do providing support, giving hope, and providing opportunities for a better life.
We are expanding our operations in Australia and are currently recruiting a Safety Specialist.
As a Safety Specialist, you will bring a strategic approach to advancing workplace safety and fostering a culture of well-being across diverse operational environments. Your expertise lies in providing leaders and teams with guidance on workplace health and safety legislation, policy compliance, and effective risk management practices. You will play a key role in implementing WHS policies, frameworks, and training initiatives that support our commitment to safety, respect, and dignity.
To be successful in this role, you will: Hold tertiary qualifications in workplace health and safety or a related field, or have significant experience in a similar safety-focused role.Have demonstrated experience advising on the interpretation and application of WHS legislation, policies, and standards within a complex, multidisciplinary organisation.Be skilled in building and promoting a positive safety culture, including consulting with frontline staff and leaders to embed safety management principles.Possess strong analytical skills for developing, evaluating, and enhancing frameworks that support effective incident management and injury rehabilitation.Have experience in managing relationships with insurers and claims managers, with the ability to produce detailed reports that track safety metrics and compliance.Show proven ability to lead WHS education sessions and initiatives that address key organisational risks and foster continuous improvement.Be able to maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, demonstrating high ethical standards and sound judgement in all interactions.ABOUT YOUYou are a dedicated safety professional with proven experience in workplace health and safety, particularly in large, complex environments. With your analytical mindset and strategic approach, you excel at developing safety programs that inspire engagement and drive cultural change. You are adept at advising stakeholders on safety compliance and risk management, always staying proactive in your approach to incident and injury management. A natural collaborator, you have the ability to influence, guide, and inspire both leaders and teams alike, fostering a shared commitment to safety and respect.
You must have the ability to: Gain and retain all the police/security clearances required within our industry.Pass any required health assessments.Pass a working with children check.Work within an immigration centre.Travel both interstate and overseas as required to meet the needs of the business.Provide vaccination against Covid-19 (double vaccination) by a vaccine recognised in Australia.Undergo alcohol and drug testing as required of the business from time to time.For more information about the role please call the Project Recruitment Team on or simply click Apply Now and our recruitment team will prioritise your application. Proudly promoting a culture of Safety, Respect and Dignity, Secure Journeys instils the BIONIC (Believe It Or Not I Care) philosophy in all our centres. BIONIC means promoting a caring culture for change based upon safety, respect and dignity.
We celebrate diversity in our workplace and therefore welcome applications from all people who believe they have the skills and abilities to truly make a difference for our business.
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