WHS Advisor | 9-Day Fortnight in Manufacturing Safety

Hanwha Defence Australia; Avalon; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 day fortnight

Job summary

Hanwha Defence Australia at Avalon Airport VIC is seeking a WHS Advisor to help maintain a safe and healthy workplace in our state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility. You will implement and maintain health and safety systems, advise management, and support continuous improvement across the site.

Reporting to the WHS Manager, you will conduct risk assessments, deliver training, investigate incidents, and liaise with authorities to ensure regulatory compliance while promoting a positive safety

Qualifications

• 2–3 years' experience in a similar role, preferably within a dynamic manufacturing / assembly work environment.
• Certificate 4 in OH&S preferred.
• Australian citizens eligible to obtain and maintain Australian Government Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive health and safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular workplace inspections, risk assessments, and audits to identify hazards and recommended corrective actions.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on health and safety matters to management and employees, including PPE and emergency procedures.
• Facilitate health and safety training sessions, inductions, and workshops for staff.
• Investigate workplace incidents, accidents, near misses and hazards, and prepare detailed reports with recommendations.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and external consultants to stay compliant with changes in legislation and standards.
• Collaborate with management to drive continuous improvement in health and safety performance.

Skills

OH&S knowledge

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Stakeholder engagement

Training delivery

Education

Certificate IV OH&S

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Hanwha Defence Australia at Avalon Airport VIC is seeking a WHS Advisor to help maintain a safe and healthy workplace in our state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility. You will implement and maintain health and safety systems, advise management, and support continuous improvement across the site.

Reporting to the WHS Manager, you will conduct risk assessments, deliver training, investigate incidents, and liaise with authorities to ensure regulatory compliance while promoting a positive safety