Entry-Level Safety Officer – Farm & Ag Operations

Rural Funds Management; Maryborough; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay to reward your hard工作

Salary continuance and life insurance

Discretionary bonuses for eligible

Job summary

Rural Funds Management in Maryborough, Queensland, is seeking an entry-level Safety Officer to support WHS activities part-time, three days a week, with potential to grow into a full-time role.

Role focuses on safety for macadamia developments and sugar cane operations, with opportunities to take on farming or administrative duties as the team expands, engaging hands-on when needed and contributing to safer working practices.

Qualifications

• Completion of, or progression towards a Certificate IV Workplace Health and Safety or relevant tertiary qualifications.
• QLD Return to Work Coordinator Certificate preferred.
• Working knowledge of WHS requirements and processes.
• Working knowledge and experience with farming and machinery operations.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and strong computer literacy.
• Methodical, logical and practical working approach.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and able to communicate with others effectively.
• Strong time management and organisational skills with good attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Safety Management System.
• Support operational staff and contractors to identify risks, controls and management processes.
• Identify the training needs of workers, review competencies and deliver training.
• Monitor safety performance and incidents, including compliance with regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Assist with drafting and updating Safe Operating Procedures and other operational safety processes.
• Assist with contractor engagement and management process, including completion of authority to commence work (ATCW) documentation for contractors, review of contractor safety documents and insurances, and entering and updating documentation in the safety management system.
• Ensure all contractor onboarding and certifications are current.
• Assist with implementing corrective actions and audit findings.
• Liaise with People and Safety and participate in incident investigation and incident reporting.
• Assist with return-to-work activities for injured/ill employees.
• Report any unsafe act or condition and implement steps within control to remedy.
• Maintenance of safety registers, induction of contractors and visitors, training and induction of employees.
• Maintain safety records for the business unit within the safety platform (Safe Ag).
• Manage PPE supplies and requirements.
• Participate in Toolbox meetings.
• Assist the Administration Officer with general administrative tasks, including ordering office supplies, maintaining stock levels, preparing documents, entering data, maintaining records, and supporting internal communications on an ad hoc basis.
• Support the Operations Team by gathering, organising and maintaining safety information for reports, ensuring the accuracy and timely completion of required documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Autonomous working

Education

Certificate IV Workplace Health and Safety

Return to Work Coordinator Certificate (QLD) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Rural Funds Management in Maryborough, Queensland, is seeking an entry-level Safety Officer to support WHS activities part-time, three days a week, with potential to grow into a full-time role.

Role focuses on safety for macadamia developments and sugar cane operations, with opportunities to take on farming or administrative duties as the team expands, engaging hands-on when needed and contributing to safer working practices.