HSR/Safety Officer| Commercial Builder | 12 Month Contract

JV Recruitment; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment agency is seeking a Health and Safety Representative for a commercial builder in Melbourne. The role involves conducting safety inspections, liaising with project managers, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Candidates should have a Certificate III in WHS and experience in commercial sites. This contract offers $50-$52 per hour, with potential for permanent employment in the future.

Benefits

Opportunity for permanent employment

Growth with a leading builder

Competitive hourly rate

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in conducting site assessments and safety planning for commercial projects.
• Experience with a large-scale commercial construction environment is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety practices are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site inspections and audits.
• Liaise with Project Managers to develop safety plans.
• Investigate incidents on site and prepare compliance reports.

Skills

Site assessments

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Toolbox meetings

Education

Certificate III in WHS

Tools

Hammertech

Job description

HSR/Safety Officer | Commercial Builder | 12 Month Contract (V-54740)

Location: Melbourne, Australia
Sector: Building & Construction
Salary: $50-$52 + super p/h (experience dependent)

We are currently working with one of Melbourne’s leading apartment builders in search of a dedicated Health and Safety Representative (HSR) who brings a solid background in construction, particularly with large scale commercial projects valued at $50m+. You will play a critical role in promoting and ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all workers on-site, working closely with project managers, supervisors, and the workforce to maintain a safety-first culture while supporting and ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Effectively liaise with Project Managers to develop and implement site-specific safety plans.
• Investigate any incidents on site, prepare reports and documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements where required.
• Ensure that the site is kept up to date on any changes to health and safety laws, regulations and industry standards.

About You

• Certificate III in WHS at the very minimum.
• Demonstrated experience of conducting site assessments, safety walks and toolbox meetings on commercial sites.
• Experience with Hammertech highly desirable though not essential.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to promoting a safety-first culture.
• The project(s) are based around Metro Melbourne in the North and South East suburbs, so you will ideally live within a commutable distance of these areas.

Benefits

• The role offers an hourly rate of up to $50-$52 p/h (experience dependent).
• An opportunity to grow with a leading commercial builder with a strong pipeline of projects running into the new year.
• Potential for permanent employment following contract completion.

How to apply: please submit an up-to-date resume and cover letter, and a detailed project list.

All applications will be confidential • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Leah Carr
JV Recruitment
0450 281 485
www.jvrecruitment.com.au
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