Cleanaway is Australia’s largest waste management organisation with over 7,500 employees working at over 400 sites. We have been operating in Australia for over 50 years, delivering solutions that offer extraordinary benefits not just for our customers, but for our communities and the environment we live in. Cleanaway provides sustainable waste management solutions to a range of customers including councils, small businesses, large corporate entities and government agencies.
About the role:
Reporting to the Business Manager, you will be responsible for managing the Health and Safety best practices during the mechanical plant installation of a new materials recycling facility at Rooty Hill. Working closely with cross-functional teams and contractors, you will provide expert guidance and support to ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations. This role is a 6-month Fixed Term contract with the possibility of further extension.
Key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Collaborate with project stakeholders to develop and implement Health and Safety policies, and procedures, tailored to the needs of the greenfield mechanical plant installation.
- Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards and implement effective control measures to mitigate risks.
- Provide ongoing Health and Safety supervision for employees, contractors, and visitors to promote a culture of safety.
- Act as a trusted advisor and resource for managers and supervisors on Health and Safety matters, including incident investigation and reporting.
- Review and assist in verifying SWMS/JSEA, Verification of Competencies, certifications, etc issued by the contractors to suit specific activities.
- Undertake contractor and sub-contractor site induction including Pre Start-Up Safety Reviews and upkeep of records.
- Issuing and closing of daily permits for the mechanical plant install works such as working at heights, confined spaces, hot works, and electrical isolation.
- Oversee site activities such as traffic management, fatigue management, toolbox talks, safety audits and monitoring compliance with Commonwealth Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and Project Safety Management Plan.
- Assist in preparing SOPs for accessing various equipment for maintenance and operational requirement.
About you:
- Tertiary qualified in occupational Health and Safety, or other relevant disciplines.
- Solid prior experience in a similar Health and safety role overseeing safety during mechanical plant installation and/or construction works within an industrial environment.
- Ability to influence and drive change through H&S initiatives and programs.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build meaningful relationships with all stakeholders.
Why Cleanaway:
Zero harm safety culture: the safety, Health and wellbeing of our people and the communities where we operate are our first and foremost consideration.
- Career progression and development opportunities.
- Sustainability is taken seriously at Cleanaway: contributing to reducing waste for the planet.
- Great company benefits: Employee share program, company discounts, salary packaging, flu vaccinations, EAP and more.
Cleanaway is an employer of equal opportunity and encourages and values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from First Nations peoples, mature age and early careers, and people from all cultural backgrounds.