Safety Engineer (Functional/Automation)

We are Woolworths GroupWe are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose - 'to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.' It's that Purpose that fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week.If you're excited to turn today's blue sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you'll find yourself supported and enriched in an dynamic, inclusive and empowering workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

• Full Time Opportunity
• Flexible working options - open to applicants in Sydney or Brisbane
• Excellent opportunity for growth within the group

Welcome to the People TeamBetter experiences for our Team Members are the key to unlocking a better future for our customers and communities. Our People Team is responsible for powering the trajectory of our business and the wellbeing of our people - through the design and delivery of a seamless and enriching Team Member experience. One that strengthens the foundations of our organisation by empowering passionate Team Members to become purpose-led Woolworths Group advocates and attracting a new generation of talent to the group.As an experienced Safety Engineer, you will be accountable for providing support across all businesses. You will functionally partner with all engineering teams and other stakeholders to drive end-to-end lifecycle management of safety in design, with a specific focus on automation and machinery from concept/ideation, detailed design, procurement, manufacturer, install, operate & maintain, through to decommission and dispose. This role is critical to providing a comprehensive, consistent and integrated Safety Engineering and safety design approach and principles applied to business/functional unit operations. It will identify, anticipate, and prevent risks that may present a material risk to the businesses and develop strategies, processes and systems for monitoring and managing those risks.This role will work across Woolworths Group across key groups, with a particular focus on automation and large machinery & plant. It will work both within Agile squads, but also directly working into the business to support across the lifecycle of automation and large machinery & plant.What you'll do:

• Safety in design reviews at the various stages of lifecycle, utilising the appropriate risk methodologies and design principles. This will either be as a facilitator, participant or review of OEMs designs
• Support capital & procurement processes as well as building design, specification and launch processes to ensure 'right first time' safety outcomes
• Lead and influence the internal/ external audit program to maintain world-class safety management systems outcomes for the ecosystem.
• Provide oversight and direction to the ecosystem by identifying best practices across the business and broader industry, and communicating and consulting learnings and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide strategic direction and coaching on the subject matter in the chapter teams via 1:1 coaching, capability uplift and chapter development

What you'll bring:

• At least 5 years work experience within a Safety Engineer or equivalent role
• Bachelor Degree in relevant engineering field, registered (or can be registered within 6 months) under a state-based professional engineering board (e.g. BPEQ)
• In-depth understanding and demonstrable experience with AS/NZ 4024; and familiarity with EU Machine Directive 2006/42/EC and ability to understand differences to AU requirements
• Strong experience with industry leading Safety in Design frameworks; including application of both WHS regulations and relevant AU/NZ and ISO Standards
• Strong knowledge and experience of supplier risk management, along with the material risks

What you'll experience

• The opportunity to grow within the group
• Strong mentorship and development; opportunity to collaborate with some of the brightest and best minds in Australia
• Hybrid or fully remote working arrangements depending on your home location
• Unparalleled growth opportunities
• Get your Woolies worth through team member benefits across all of our brands

Everyone belongs at Woolworths GroupDiversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team's diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.We encourage all candidates to apply; please let us know in your application if we can support you with any adjustments in the hiring process.You can learn more about working with us on or via . #LI #work180.Our Talent Acquisition Team and Hiring Leaders kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. Woolworths Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.