WHS Advisor - Transport & Logistics Safety

Asquith Workforce; Newcastle; Vor Ort; AUD 80.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Asquith Workforce is seeking a proactive WHS Advisor to support safe workplace practices across transport and logistics operations in Newcastle and the Hunter region. You will provide practical WHS advice, conduct inspections and risk assessments, and help implement policies and training to maintain compliance with Australian WHS laws.

You will engage with management and frontline staff to foster a proactive safety culture.

Qualifikationen

• Previous experience in a WHS Advisor, Safety Officer, WHS Coordinator or similar position.
• Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety or a relevant higher qualification.
• Sound knowledge of Australian WHS legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Experience conducting workplace inspections, risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Strong understanding of hazard identification, risk management and corrective action processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage operational teams.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confidence preparing safety reports and maintaining WHS documentation.
• Good computer literacy, including Microsoft Office.
• A practical, proactive approach to workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Current driver's licence.

Aufgaben

• Provide practical WHS advice, guidance and support to operational teams and management.
• Assist with the development, implementation and ongoing improvement of WHS policies, procedures and systems.
• Conduct workplace inspections, safety audits and risk assessments.
• Investigate workplace incidents, near misses and hazards, identifying corrective and preventative actions.
• Monitor and support compliance with relevant WHS legislation, regulations and industry standards.
• Facilitate toolbox talks, safety meetings and employee consultation.
• Assist with WHS inductions, training and ongoing safety awareness initiatives.
• Maintain accurate safety records, registers, incident reports and compliance documentation.
• Support the implementation and review of Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), risk assessments and safe operating procedures.
• Assist with contractor safety management and compliance requirements.
• Work collaboratively with operational teams to promote safe vehicle, loading, unloading and yard activities.
• Support compliance with transport-related safety obligations, including Chain of Responsibility (CoR) and Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL), where applicable.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and contribute to a positive, safety-focused workplace culture.

Kenntnisse

WHS knowledge

Risk assessment

Incident investigations

Stakeholder engagement

Documentation skills

Ausbildung

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Asquith Workforce is seeking a proactive WHS Advisor to support safe workplace practices across transport and logistics operations in Newcastle and the Hunter region. You will provide practical WHS advice, conduct inspections and risk assessments, and help implement policies and training to maintain compliance with Australian WHS laws.

You will engage with management and frontline staff to foster a proactive safety culture.