Manufacturing Safety Lead – WHS & Training

Daikin Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted Bupa Health Fund Fitness/P—

Flare Benefit – discounts

Free parking on site

Job summary

Daikin Australia is seeking a proactive Safety Officer to join our Manufacturing team. You will lead health and safety practices across the facility, drive risk reduction, maintain WHS compliance and foster a strong safety culture through training and audits.

The role requires experience in manufacturing safety, strong communication skills, and a collaborative approach to continuous improvement in safety standards.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• 2+ years of experience in a safety role within manufacturing.
• Knowledge of WHS compliance and hazard/risk assessment techniques.
• Experience using safety management systems (e.g., DoneSafe).

Responsibilities

• Lead incident investigations, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor and close out workplace hazards in a timely and effective manner.
• Conduct regular safety patrols, workplace inspections, and maintain detailed records.
• Organise and lead toolbox talks and safety meetings, documenting minutes.
• Ensure safety and emergency equipment is inspected, maintained and documented.
• Support fire drills and evacuation planning.
• Facilitate risk assessments and contribute to WHS procedure improvements.
• Assist with inductions and training for new team members.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Certificate IV in WHS

Tools

DoneSafe

Job description

Daikin Australia is seeking a proactive Safety Officer to join our Manufacturing team. You will lead health and safety practices across the facility, drive risk reduction, maintain WHS compliance and foster a strong safety culture through training and audits.

The role requires experience in manufacturing safety, strong communication skills, and a collaborative approach to continuous improvement in safety standards.