Health & Saftey Advisor

dormakaba; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount health insurance

AAA nominations awards

Wellbeing committee

WhereFit membership

Job summary

dormakaba Australia is hiring a Health & Safety Advisor to support and continuously improve WHS systems across our sites. You will provide practical guidance, compliance support, risk management and training to help create a safe, high-performing workplace.

This role partners with operational leaders and frontline teams to drive safety outcomes. The position requires 3+ years in a WHS advisory role, strong audits and incident investigation experience, and solid knowledge of Australian health and

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Health & Safety Advisor role in manufacturing/operational environments.
• Demonstrated audits, incident investigations and risk assessments.
• Strong knowledge of Australian health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical WHS advice and support to managers and employees across locations.
• Maintain WHS management systems and ensure legislative compliance.
• Conduct audits, inspections and risk assessments to mitigate hazards.
• Support incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Deliver inductions, toolbox talks and safety training programs.
• Collaborate with leaders to improve safety performance and culture.
• Review and improve policies and safety initiatives.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across operations and service.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Influence and coaching

Organisational skills

Proactive problem solving

Education

WHS qualification (Degree/Diploma/Cert IV)

Job description

We are at the heart of every place that matters. As a leading global provider in the access solutions market for schools, banks, airports, hospitals, hotels, and many more, we enable seamless movement within secure, safe, and sustainable places. Our work is IMPORTANT. YOU are important. We provide our people with the tools to shape their careers for growth. With around 16,000 employees worldwide, EVERY team member contributes to our mission and can make a positive difference. By working as one global team, we continue growing the business, growing together, and growing ourselves. Build your career with us!

Position Overview

Reporting to the Health, Safety & Environment Manager, the Health & Safety Advisor plays a key role in supporting the implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of health, safety and wellbeing systems across dormakaba Australia. Working closely with operational leaders and frontline teams, you will provide practical advice, compliance support, risk management guidance and training to help create a safe, compliant and high-performing workplace.

What you will do

• Provide practical WHS advice and support to managers and employees across multiple locations and functions.
• Maintain WHS management systems and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and company standards.
• Conduct workplace audits, inspections and risk assessments to proactively identify and mitigate hazards across multiple sites.
• Support incident investigations, root cause analysis and the implementation of corrective actions.
• Deliver inductions, toolbox talks and health and safety training programs.
• Partner with leaders to improve safety performance and strengthen safety culture across the business.
• Assist with the review and continuous improvement of policies, procedures and safety initiatives.
• Build trusted relationships with key stakeholders across operations, service, installation and support functions.

What we require

• 3 + years experience in a Health & Safety Advisor role, with exposure to manufacturing/operational environments
• Demonstrated experience conducting audits, incident investigations and risk assessments.
• Strong understanding of Australian health and safety legislation and compliance requirements.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to influence and coach leaders and employees on safety best practice.
• Strong organisational skills with a proactive and solution-focused approach.
• Current driver's licence and willingness to travel to support operational sites.

What we prefer

• Qualification in Health & Safety, such as a Degree, Diploma or Certificate IV in WHS.
• Experience supporting field-based, operational, service or manufacturing environments.
• Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives and safety culture programs.
• Internal auditor training or similar safety-related certifications.

What we offer

• Access to discounted Health Insurance
• Peer to Peer Recognition via our ‘AAA' Nominations and awards
• Wellbeing Committee focusing on Mental Health, Community Engagement, Diversity & Inclusion, Social & Amenities
• WhereFit membership offering discounts on gyms, apparel and more

Who we are

We are at the heart of every place that matters. From automatic doors to cloud-based access solutions, we enable seamless movement in secure, safe, and sustainable spaces.

With over 16,000 employees worldwide, we are a global leader in access solutions across industries including healthcare, aviation, education, hospitality and more. We focus on innovation, collaboration, and creating real impact for our customers and communities.

At dormakaba, you're encouraged to take initiative, grow your skills, and build your career alongside a global team shaping the future of access.