AddressABOUT VACC
The Victorian Automotive Chamber of Commerce (VACC) is an automotive industry employer association that protects and promotes the interests of its members through advocacy initiatives and the provision of automotive industry products and services.
Founded in 1918, VACC provides its members with access to a suite of support measures that assist them in running modern automotive businesses. These include access to subsidised technical information, automotive-specific human resources advice and assistance, workplace relations, OHSE training and compliance. VACC also employs more than 500 automotive apprentices and places them with host employers.
VACC’s national commercial arm, OurAuto, offers business insurance, website development and digital marketing solutions, technical information and tools, and business consumables.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Senior OHSE Advisor will work within the OHSE Unit as part of VACC’s Workplace Relations team. The role will have responsibility for providing a range of OHS, Workers Compensation and Environmental support to VACC members.
This role comes with a fully maintained branded company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone.
ABOUT YOU
In order to be successful in this role you need to hold a Tertiary qualification in Occupational Health and Safety.
You will also be a clear communicator with good written and verbal communication skills, and have a passion for helping people succeed and building relationships through trust and respect. You'll need to be self-motivated, level-headed, highly organised and enjoy achieving results.
The successful candidate will clearly demonstrate experience and competency in the following areas:
- Providing support, coordination and advice of OHSE practices, systems and procedures within a defined workplace
- Qualified with 5+ years’ experience in conducting and sign-off on OHSE audits and inspections
- Experience in conducting environmental audits and inspections
- Experience in managing workers compensation claims
- Identify hazards and practical remedies with the member business
- Administer education and compliance programs
- Provide telephone support and advice to member businesses on a range of safety matters
- Develop safety guidance material
- Development of OHSE policies
- Represent VACC in industry stakeholder meetings.
WHY CHOOSE US ?
VACC has a high-performance culture and is the industry-leading automotive association.
We offer collaborative and supportive teams, strong leadership and vision along with a fun social culture. We work hard to create a safe and inclusive environment for all, and most importantly, we are all about creating better experiences - for our members and for each other.
The successful candidate will be offered an interactive and supportive working environment within a positive and professional team, along with:
- Health and wellbeing program - such as annual flu vaccinations, skin checks, in-house snacks, fruit and espresso coffee and tea.
- Employee Assistance Program - confidential counselling for you and immediate family members.
- Bonus Days - we offer an additional 5 Bonus Days’ leave per year (on top of your standard annual leave entitlements) and the option to purchase additional annual leave.
- A flexible working environment - we strike the balance of what you need and what works for the business. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements are available to support you in your work/life commitments and passions.
- Social Events - including team based social activities, ‘FoodEnvy’, an annual Family and Friends event, and an awesome EOY Hamper.
- A brand-new building - technologically advanced and fresh new green spaces for our people to innovate, collaborate and achieve increased productivity, with rooftop views for that breakaway coffee, lunch or function.
- Learning & Development - opportunities to improve your skills and knowledge that will help you drive change and deliver successful results.
A current driver's license and Working with Children card are essential.
Ability to have effective time management and planning skills to maximise your travel and site visits will be critical.
This is an autonomous role working within an OHSE Unit comprising one other Senior OHSE Advisor, supported by the Executive Manager – Workplace Relations.
APPLY NOW
Your application must include your CV and cover letter clearly stating your experience. You will be required to present original qualifications if you are invited to an interview.
No agencies please.
