Mc Crystal Agricultural Services Pty Ltd – Bundaberg QLD Mc Ag is an industry leader in the sustainable provision of skilled labour with deep ties to the primary production horticulture sector.
At Mc Ag we pride ourselves on our ability to offer reliable staff who are not only skilled workers, but who are also developing and growing personally to become leaders within our organisation, within Host organisations and within their communities both in Australia and abroad.
Our staff are led by a dedicated team of industry professionals who build them up to become leaders amongst themselves, striving for success in both their work and personal lives.
This unique approach allows Mc Ag to provide long term value adding labour solutions for our host employers in a labour market where skilled labour is increasingly difficult to find.
Our approach delivers reverse aid to disadvantaged pacific island and Timor-Leste communities not just through economic stimulus, but also by upskilling and returning developed individuals to their communities, having participated in our industry leading training and development program.
Mc Ag holds a wide range of government and industry accreditations.
This allows us to not only provide holistic skilled labour service solutions but also facilitate and satisfy broad national and international market access requirements.
Without such accreditations, market access will become increasingly limited within the agricultural sector.
Our licenses and accreditations include but are not limited to the following: Australian Government approved Seasonal Worker Program employer Australian Government approved Seasonal Worker Program labour hire provider Australian Government approved Pacific Labour Scheme employer Queensland Government labour hire licensed SEDEX accredited As an approved employer under the PALM scheme, Mc Ag delivers a unique value proposition to our customers through our ability to upskill and retain return workers.
Many of our Seasonal Workers return year after year to work in our business and for our customers and are delighted with the development opportunities presented to them during their stay in Australia.
Likewise Mc Ag are privileged to build strong working and personal relationships with our workers, and this positive culture flows down through the organisation to the benefit of our customers and community.
Primary Purpose The Workplace Health and Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations across all company operations.
This role is critical to fostering a safe working environment, minimizing risks, and promoting a strong safety culture.
The officer will develop, implement, and monitor health and safety policies and procedures, ensuring that all employees are informed and engaged in maintaining workplace safety.
Main Duties/Responsibilities Risk Assessment and Management: Conduct regular risk assessments and hazard identifications to ensure the workplace is safe and compliant with applicable laws.
Policy Development and Implementation: Develop, update, and implement workplace health and safety policies and procedures, ensuring all operations meet legal and regulatory standards.
Training and Education: Organize and deliver health and safety training programs for employees and contractors, ensuring they are aware of their responsibilities and potential hazards.
Incident Management: Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, and near-misses, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Compliance Monitoring: Ensure compliance with all workplace health and safety regulations, including preparing reports and maintaining documentation for audits and inspections.
Safety Audits: Conduct regular workplace safety inspections and audits to identify areas of improvement and ensure a proactive approach to safety management.
Emergency Preparedness: Develop and maintain emergency response plans, including coordinating drills and ensuring readiness for any workplace incidents or disasters.
Consultation and Engagement: Liaise with management, staff, and external stakeholders to promote a safe and healthy working environment and ensure adherence to safety policies.
Skills and Experience The candidate must hold a formal qualification in Workplace Health and Safety (e.g., Certificate IV in WHS, Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, or a relevant tertiary qualification) or possess extensive experience in a WHS role.
They should have a strong understanding of current WHS legislation, regulations, and codes of practice applicable to the industry.
Practical experience in implementing WHS programs, policies, and initiatives within a similar environment will be highly regarded.
The candidate should also have a track record of driving a proactive safety culture within an organization.
A capacity to work both unsupervised and as part of a team.
Self-motivated and driven to improve.
Critical thinking and common sense.
Good communication skills, both written and oral.
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