WHS Officer: Multi-Site Safety & Compliance Lead

Mulgowie Farming Company; Bowen; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mulgowie Farming Company is seeking an experienced WHS Officer to implement, audit, and continuously improve WHS systems across multiple sites in the Bowen region. The role reporting to the HR Manager involves hands-on support to site managers, leading audits, investigations and corrective actions with ~50% travel to operational sites across Australia.

The successful candidate will hold a minimum Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety, demonstrate strong communication skills and a proactive

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of WHS experience in FMCG or Fresh Produce sectors.
• Thorough knowledge of WHS legislation and compliance.
• Experience delivering pragmatic WHS system improvements.
• Experience across multiple sites and dispersed teams.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain WHS policies, procedures and safe systems of work.
• Conduct internal audits, inspections and management system reviews.
• Coordinate corrective actions from hazards, incidents, near misses and audits.
• Review incident investigations and verify effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Monitor WHS KPIs, trends and compliance performance.
• Prepare monthly WHS reports and support management reviews.
• Deliver toolbox talks, training and safety awareness initiatives.
• Provide practical WHS advice across all sites.
• Support continuous improvement of the Integrated Management System.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Problem solving

People development

Lifelong learning

Education

Minimum Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

Formal WHS/OH&S qualifications

Job description

Mulgowie Farming Company is seeking an experienced WHS Officer to implement, audit, and continuously improve WHS systems across multiple sites in the Bowen region. The role reporting to the HR Manager involves hands-on support to site managers, leading audits, investigations and corrective actions with ~50% travel to operational sites across Australia.

The successful candidate will hold a minimum Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety, demonstrate strong communication skills and a proactive