Senior WHS Leader - Construction & Manufacturing Safety

Government client (agency undisclosed); Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

DFP Recruitment is seeking a Principal Workplace Health and Safety Advisor to join a government department in Cairns. On site at the RAAC facility, you will be the dedicated WHS authority, partnering with management, forepersons and workers to promote a strong safety culture through education, engagement and practical compliance support.

You will lead WHS initiatives, conduct audits, investigate incidents, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and safety management systems, driving a

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety.
• Construction Industry White Card.
• Current Driver Licence.
• Proven WHS experience in a comparable environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety initiatives across the RAAC facility.
• Partner with site forepersons for daily pre-start meetings.
• Ensure SWMS, hazards and high-risk activities are communicated clearly.
• Facilitate monthly Talksafe meetings and safety engagement activities.
• Conduct site safety audits across construction delivery lines.
• Investigate incidents, hazards and near misses.
• Provide expert WHS advice and guidance to managers and operational teams.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, Codes of Practice and organisational safety management systems.
• Build positive working relationships to drive a proactive safety culture.

Skills

WHS knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Investigation & risk management

Communication skills

Auditing

Education

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

DFP Recruitment is seeking a Principal Workplace Health and Safety Advisor to join a government department in Cairns. On site at the RAAC facility, you will be the dedicated WHS authority, partnering with management, forepersons and workers to promote a strong safety culture through education, engagement and practical compliance support.

You will lead WHS initiatives, conduct audits, investigate incidents, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and safety management systems, driving a