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At Blackwoods, we pride ourselves on a safety-first culture across all levels of the business. As a Health, Safety and Wellbeing Business Partner, you will bring a hands-on approach in partnering with the senior leadership and operational teams across Queensland. Supporting the overall health, safetysafety, and wellbeing strategy, you will be responsible for coaching and guiding leaders in identifying opportunities and implementing solutions with the overall goal of a healthier and safer workplace for all.
This is a permanent, full-time opportunity and will be based onsite at Blackwoods Carole Park or Mackay distribution centres. As you will be supporting a statewide portfolio there will be the requirement to travel as part of the role.
Some of tasks:
- Partner with leaders at all levels to execute the strategy with the objective of a healthier, safer workplace.
- Conduct incident investigations as required, and action associated corrective actions.
- Utilise strong facilitation, coaching, and influencing to achieve health and safety management outcomes.
- Undertake internal auditing and participate in the self-insurance program.
- Collaborate with the national health and safety team to deliver projects to support emerging risk and leader capabilities.
Some of the skills required:
- Previous experience in injury management and workers compensation.
- Ability to build strong relationships and engage with external and internal stakeholders.
- High level written and verbal communication.
- Ability to influence and coach teams on risk-based management approaches.
- Knowledge of industry insights and relevant legislation to provide advice to the business.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage own timelines.
- Lead Auditor and ICAM investigation qualifications advantageous.
What’s in it for you:
- Support a network of 19 locations across Queensland
- Work within an established health and safety program
- Be part of a mature leadership team with a strong HSW mindset
- Yearly Wesfarmers share plan
- Parking available onsite
- Team member discount card (for Kmart, Bunnings, Target & Officeworks)
- Make an impact!
Our Story
Blackwoods is Australia’s leading supplier of industrial and safety supplies. For over 140 years, we have supported businesses big and small with our range of over 300,000 products from the world’s best brands. From the Sydney Harbour Bridge to the railway and your local mechanic, we supply what our customers need when they need it, along with unparalleled expertise and service from our passionate team.
With a national footprint of over 50 branches and 6 Distribution Centres, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Being a part of the Wesfarmers group, also means that we have endless opportunities to make a difference, so join us, and let’s help more people build a better Australia.
Next Steps
If you meet most of the criteria listed above and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please send your application today. We will be contacting suitable candidates as we receive them.
As part of our recruitment process and commitment to safety, you may be required to undertake background checks (which may include a police check, a pre-employment medical assessment; and/or drug & alcohol testing) as part of your application process.
Blackwoods also promotes diversity and inclusion across our workplaces and encourages applications from all backgrounds, including people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, the LGBTQI+ community and people with disabilities.
