Safety Advisor: Heavy Manufacturing | Risk & Return-to-Work

Teamrecruit; Inverell; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Teamrecruit presents an opportunity in Inverell, NSW for a hands-on safety professional. You will partner with workshop teams to foster a proactive safety culture, guiding incident prevention and end-to-end injury management programs so everyone returns home safely each day.

The role requires a Certificate IV in WHS and practical experience in manufacturing or heavy industry, including return-to-work coordination and NSW WHS compliance knowledge. A valid driver’s licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety or equivalent qualification.
• WHS experience in manufacturing, engineering, or heavy industrial environments.
• Experience with return-to-work coordination and claims management.
• Good knowledge of NSW WHS legislation and compliance standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a valid, unrestricted driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct workshop safety inspections, risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Coordinate workers' compensation claims, suitable duties, and return-to-work plans.
• Assist in reviewing SOPs, SWMS, and safety compliance documentation.
• Deliver toolbox talks, inductions and targeted safety coaching.
• Monitor safety performance metrics to drive continuous improvements.

Skills

WHS knowledge

Incident investigations

Return-to-work coordination

Stakeholder communication

Safety coaching

Education

Certificate IV in WHS

Job description

Teamrecruit presents an opportunity in Inverell, NSW for a hands-on safety professional. You will partner with workshop teams to foster a proactive safety culture, guiding incident prevention and end-to-end injury management programs so everyone returns home safely each day.

The role requires a Certificate IV in WHS and practical experience in manufacturing or heavy industry, including return-to-work coordination and NSW WHS compliance knowledge. A valid driver’s licence is essential.