Whse Assistant

Ben Furney Flour Mills; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and safetyProgram

Emerging Leaders Academy

Annual career development planning

Bi-annual feedback

6-month induction

Flexible work options

Job summary

Ben Furney Flour Mills, a proudly Australian and family-owned company, seeks an energetic WHSE Administrative Assistant at our Dubbo manufacturing site. You’ll support health, safety and environmental systems and grow toward a WHSE leadership role, collaborating with senior leaders, HR and operations.

This role blends administration with on-the-floor experience, offering training, mentoring and a pathway to leadership in WHSE within our regional operations.

Qualifications

• Administration or coordination experience in manufacturing, logistics or industrial settings.
• Excellent organisational and reporting skills with high attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with a professional, positive attitude.
• Eager to learn, contribute and develop leadership capability over time.
• Hands-on and physically able to move around a large site.
• WH S or Business Administration qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain WHSE documentation, policies and compliance records.
• Coordinate training calendars, safety inspections, and internal audits.
• Support incident investigations and track corrective actions.
• Update and manage risk registers, licences, and competency databases.
• Assist with emergency preparedness and evacuation drills.
• Prepare reports and meeting documents for the Risk Committee.
• Maintain site safety visuals and promote a proactive safety culture.

Skills

Administration experience

Coordination

Microsoft Office

WHSE systems knowledge

Communication

Education

WHS qualification

Business Administration qualification

Tools

MEX

iAuditor

Job description

Job Description

At Ben Furney Flour Mills, we’ve been proudly Australian and family-owned for more than a century. We’re driven by integrity, innovation, and care for our people — values that helped us earn the 2024 Employer of Choice Award in the NSW Business Awards.

We’re now looking for an energetic and organised WHSE Administrative Assistant to support our health, safety and environmental systems at our Dubbo manufacturing site — and grow into a future WHSE Leader.

About the Opportunity

This is a rare, career-building role where you’ll combine administration, coordination and teamwork with real on-the-floor experience. You’ll work closely with senior leaders, HR, and operations to keep our systems running smoothly and ensure every team member goes home safe every day.

You’ll learn from experienced mentors, build technical WHSE capability, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that make a difference to people and the planet.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain WHSE documentation, policies and compliance records.
• Coordinate training calendars, safety inspections, and internal audits.
• Support incident investigations and track corrective actions.
• Update and manage risk registers, licences, and competency databases.
• Assist with emergency preparedness and evacuation drills.
• Prepare reports and meeting documents for the Risk Committee.
• Maintain site safety visuals — signage, line-marking, and hazard markings.
• Partner with colleagues across all departments to promote a proactive safety culture.

About You

• Proven administration or coordination experience in manufacturing, logistics, or industrial settings.
• Excellent organisation and reporting skills with high attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with a professional, positive attitude.
• Eager to learn, contribute, and develop leadership capability over time.
• Hands-on and physically able to move comfortably around large site areas.
• Qualifications in WHS or Business Administration (desirable but not essential).
• Tech-savvy with Microsoft Office and WHSE systems (MEX, iAuditor, etc.).

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Experience Before You Decide: Join us for a paid two-day on-site immersion where you’ll get to see behind the scenes, meet the team, and explore how we work—so you can make an informed decision about whether we’re the right fit for you.
• Award-Winning Workplace: 2024 Employer of Choice – NSW Business Awards.
• Family-Owned Culture: Work where you’re valued, supported, and known by name.
• Career Growth: Clear pathway into WHSE leadership, with mentoring and structured development.
• Community & Lifestyle: Enjoy the benefits of regional living in Dubbo — great people, short commutes, and room to grow.
• Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive wellness and safety program for you and your family.
• Flexible Work Options and ongoing feedback through our Emerging Leaders Academy and annual career planning.

Employee benefits

• Comprehensive health, wellness, and safety program for you and your family
• Emerging Leaders Academy
• Annual career development planning
• Bi-annual feedback
• 6-month induction
• Flexible work options

Our Recruitment Process

• NO SPONSORSHIP IS PROVIDED FOR THIS ROLE
• Previous applicants need not reapply – we have your application on file
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• Initial phone call with the Recruiter (20-30 mins)
• Meeting with manager (1 hour)
• HATS Assessment (20 mins)