Safety Manager (Expression Of Interest)

Who we are:

Australian Maritime Systems Group (AMS Group) is a well-respected premium provider of:

• Aids to navigation (AtoN) maintenance including lighthouses, buoys and tide gauges.
• Vessel trafficking service (VTS) systems comprising of radars, automatic identification systems (AIS) and state of the art Tidalis software.
• Critical infrastructure maintenance often in remote locations with challenging access.
• Communication installations including microwave, satellite, radio and 4G/5G mobile.
• Supply of aviation search and rescue (SAR) products for emergency drops.
• Maintain aviation life rafts, life jackets and supply numerous other services to the aviation industry. 
• Sea pilotage throughout multiple shipping ports across Australia.
• Electronic security systems design and installation for top secret locations and an established Gallagher channel partner.

We Offer:

• Stability and job security with flexible working conditions including start and finish times.
• The opportunity to join an established and respected company with an exciting future.
• Support and guidance from experienced leaders.
• A positive and rewarding team culture where great work is recognised and rewarded.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Additional employment benefits including on site gym, free onsite parking, kayaking, Smile Dental discount, regular social events, Employee Assistance Program.

Your responsibilities will be:

• Contribute to the development and management of policies, procedures, instructions and guidance material.
• Maintain company compliance program to ensure the organisation operates in accordance with current state and federal legislation.
• Foster a best practice approach to business activities, support compliant outcomes and encourage positive culture.
• Manage incident investigations and ensure near-misses are reported immediately and complete reports in a timely manner.
• Support the company's compliance with ISO including the certification process.
• Conduct and support audits to ensure compliance and continual improvement.
• Undertake WSRS administration tasks as and when required.
• Become proficient and provide support for AMSG business management systems (BMS).
• Manage records, files and systems to comply with relevant standards.
• Liaise with approved sub-contractors, support onboarding and auditing to manage compliance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to complete project documentation.
• Liaise with colleagues to develop, review, and continually improve processes, procedures, and workflows.

You will have:

• Diploma or higher qualification in Occupational Health and Safety, preferred 
• OHS exposure gained within a high-risk industry operating remotely and at heights
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to evaluate and implement WHS policies and procedures and ensure compliance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to influence at various business levels
• Strong computer and data analysis skills that extend to report collation and presentation
• Ability to think strategically, considering both corporate and local objectives
• Ability to conduct audits; investigations of safety issues and assist in developing improvement plans based on findings
• Demonstrated ability to develop WHS improvement plans to drive and promote proactive safety awareness programs
• Prior experience with managing return to work programs in consultation with line management
• Drivers Licence

It would be great if you have (but not mandatory):

• Experience in the maritime industry
• Lead Auditor certification

Role information:

• Applicants must be Melbourne based and entitled to work in Australia.
• This position commences 3rd June 2024, pending successfully securing an exciting perspective tender in the region.
• Dynamic team environment.
• Encompasses a wide variety of tasks – no two days are ever the same!

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Midday 11th March 2024.

Please submit a cover letter and CV outlining why you would be a great fit for AMS Group and your experience and suitability for the role.

NOTE: By submitting your application, you acknowledge and approve for your name and CV to be included in a confidential Victoria region tender response.

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