Health And Safety Advisor

IntoWork Australia; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Professional development

Competitive salary + superannuation

Job summary

IntoWork is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to join our Quality, Risk & Assurance team. You will partner with multiple IntoWork businesses to deliver practical health, safety and risk support across a range of industries and operational environments.

You will provide expert advice, lead safety initiatives, deliver training, conduct audits and risk assessments, and contribute to the ongoing improvement of Health and Safety Management Systems.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Work Health & Safety or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Health & Safety, Injury Management or related field.
• Strong understanding of Australian WHS legislation and psychosocial risk management.
• Experience developing and implementing health and safety systems, programs and initiatives.
• Proven ability to conduct investigations, audits and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical health, safety and risk advice to managers, employees and stakeholders.
• Develop, implement and continuously improve Health and Safety Management Systems.
• Conduct risk assessments, workplace inspections, audits and safety reviews.
• Deliver engaging HSE training programs and capability-building initiatives.
• Support incident investigations, corrective actions and lessons learned activities.
• Monitor safety performance, analyse trends and recommend improvement initiatives.
• Assist with the development of policies, procedures and safety documentation.
• Support contract mobilisation and business projects with HSE advice and guidance.
• Promote compliance with relevant WHS legislation, regulations and ISO 45001 principles.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive safety outcomes.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Safety leadership

Hazard identification

Risk assessment

Auditing

Education

Diploma in Work Health & Safety

Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (TAE) or higher

ICAM Investigation training (desirable)

Job description

At IntoWork, we're committed to creating Vibrant Futures through Employment, Skills, Education and Support services that drive economic and social participation. As one of Australia's leading providers in these sectors, we deliver tailored pathways for individuals and workforce solutions for employers across the country.

We are currently seeking an experienced and proactive Health & Safety Advisor to join our Quality, Risk & Assurance team. This role provides the opportunity to influence safety outcomes across a diverse national organisation while helping create safer workplaces for our employees, participants, partners and communities.

About the Role

As a Health & Safety Advisor, you will partner with multiple IntoWork businesses to deliver practical health, safety and risk support across a range of industries and operational environments. You will provide expert advice, lead safety initiatives, deliver training, conduct audits and risk assessments, and contribute to the ongoing improvement of Health and Safety Management Systems.

Working closely with operational leaders and stakeholders, you'll play a key role in promoting a proactive safety culture, improving compliance outcomes and supporting continuous improvement across the group.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide practical health, safety and risk advice to managers, employees and stakeholders.
• Develop, implement and continuously improve Health and Safety Management Systems.
• Conduct risk assessments, workplace inspections, audits and safety reviews.
• Deliver engaging HSE training programs and capability-building initiatives.
• Support incident investigations, corrective actions and lessons learned activities.
• Monitor safety performance, analyse trends and recommend improvement initiatives.
• Assist with the development of policies, procedures and safety documentation.
• Support contract mobilisation and business projects with HSE advice and guidance.
• Promote compliance with relevant WHS legislation, regulations and ISO 45001 principles.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive safety outcomes.

About You

You are a collaborative and solutions-focused safety professional who enjoys partnering with stakeholders to drive positive workplace safety outcomes. You are confident engaging with leaders at all levels and have a practical approach to balancing compliance requirements with operational needs.

• Diploma in Work Health & Safety or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Health & Safety, Injury Management or a related field.
• Strong understanding of Australian WHS legislation and psychosocial risk management.
• Experience developing and implementing health and safety systems, programs and initiatives.
• Proven ability to conduct investigations, audits and risk assessments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Experience preparing reports, policies and procedural documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Current driver's licence and willingness to travel as required.
• Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (TAE) or higher will be highly regarded.
• ICAM Investigation training or equivalent is desirable.

Why Join IntoWork?

• Make a meaningful impact across a national organisation.
• Hybrid working arrangements offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Collaborate with passionate and supportive professionals.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Competitive salary package plus superannuation.
• Contribute to meaningful work that supports individuals, communities and businesses across Australia.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. A National Police Check and Working with Children Check are required and can be arranged for the successful applicant.

We are committed to supporting National Reconciliation efforts through the implementation of our Reconciliation Action Plan, fostering respectful relationships and creating meaningful opportunities with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.