Assets And Safety Officer

We're looking for a dedicated Assets and Safety Officer to support our operations on the vibrant Mid North Coast. Stretching from Macksville on the Mid North NSW Coast to the NSW / QLD border, our organization boasts 3 offices, 5 vehicle depots, and a fleet of 100 vehicles. We're committed to providing exceptional, safe, reliable, and efficient services to our clients.

About the Role

As our organisation continues to grow, we're seeking an Assets and Safety Officer to join our team. In this role, you'll play a crucial part in maintaining our assets (fleet & property) and ensuring safety requirements are met. Reporting to the Chief Assets & Safety Officer, you'll be based in our Toormina office, with frequent travel within our southern territory (Macksville to Woolgoolga and West to Dorrigo) required in a work-use vehicle.

This position offers flexible hours, with options for either five days (5 hours per day) or four days (6.25 hours per day). SCHADS Level 4, Paypoint 1.

Responsibilities:

Safety

• Champion a Safety First approach, promoting and encouraging safety consciousness.

• Support driver training and conduct incident investigations/recording as needed to uphold work health and Safety standards.

• Regularly attend safety meetings and proactively monitor potential hazards

Assets

• Conduct regular fleet inspections, addressing defects and issues promptly, including minor vehicle repairs.

• Coordinate with relevant parties to ensure vehicles are maintained within required timeframes and manufacturer specifications.

• Provide assistance at vehicle breakdowns/accidents, coordinating vehicle recovery and liaising with appropriate personnel regarding repairs.

• Participate in vehicle performance reviews and assist in asset replacement plans, from obtaining quotes to arranging modifications and vehicle sales.

• Coordinate property compliance activities, including inspections and maintenance tasks.

• Maintain depot tidiness and replenish essential items in depots and vehicles.

• Undertake minor property maintenance tasks and assist with ad hoc reporting and administrative duties as needed.

Skills and Experience:

• Demonstrated honesty and integrity.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Prior experience in fleet management or automotive industry preferred.

• Experience in community transport or taxi industry advantageous.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Hold Cert III in Work Health & Safety or willingness to obtain within the first 12 months, with company support.

• Minimum LR license or willingness to obtain within the first 3 months, with company support.

To apply, provide your cover letter and CV through Seek.  Applications close Tuesday 30th April 2024.