Our client is one of Australia's leading growers and a household name in the world of Agribusiness. With operations across the country, they're committed to providing a safe, healthy and productive workplace for their people. We are currently seeking an experienced Safety Officer to join our team in Atherton, Queensland.
Reporting to the site leadership team, the Safety Officer will play a key role in supporting and driving workplace health and safety initiatives across our Atherton operations. This is a hands-on roving role, ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with operational teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
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Support the implementation and maintenance of WHS systems and procedures
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Conduct workplace inspections, risk assessments and safety audits
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Investigate incidents and near misses, and support corrective actions
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Assist with injury management, return-to-work and workers' compensation processes
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Deliver safety training
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Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, codes of practice and company standards
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Provide practical safety advice to leaders and employees on site
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Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across health and safety
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Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (or higher qualification)
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Previous experience in a safety role, ideally within agriculture, manufacturing, logistics or a similar operational environment
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Sound knowledge of Queensland WHS legislation
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Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
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Ability to influence safe behaviours at all levels of the organisation
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Proactive, organised and comfortable working in a hands-on role
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Competent with reporting systems and Microsoft Office applications