Whs Coordinator

We are excited to present an opportunity for an experienced Work Health and Safety Coordinator to join one of the Regional Councils in Central West Queensland. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this role allows the applicant to take ownership of the WHS division in strategic and operational matters and works closely with all departments of the organisation.
About the role:

• Leadership: Provide leadership, support and strategic direction to the WHS team to ensure the team supports the organisation in the achievement of its objectives.
• Strategic Oversight and Compliance: Coordinate certification and surveillance audits, promptly addressing non-conformances while ensuring compliance through consultative forums and management reviews.
• Incident Management and Reporting: Manage investigations, reporting hazards, and ensuring regulatory notifications; collaborate with HR for effective WHS training and compliance monitoring.
• Hazardous Substances and Safety Systems: Oversee hazardous substance management, conducting risk assessments, and maintaining documentation; ensure compliance with asbestos management through annual audits.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Risk Assessment: Foster relationships in operational meetings with customers and stakeholders; assist the commercial team in assessing WHS risks for new regional developments.
• Proactive Health and Safety Programs: Implement random drug and alcohol programs, monitor fatigue management, and develop workplace health and wellbeing programs; manage the WHS budget, aligning expenditures with the allocated budget.

In order to be considered you will have:

• Min of 10 years of experierence in a leadership role
• Experience in Construction and/or Council WHS environment
• Tertiary Qualifications in Health and Safety
• Proven experience in writing policies and procedures
• Advanced communication skills including well developed influencing and negotiation abilities
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant WHS legislation, practices and standards
• Ability to travel when required (within the local region)

Benefits:

• Housing will be offered, rent free for first 3 months then reduced rent after this period
• Assistance with Relocation Expenses
• Work vehicle - For work-related travel

How to Apply:
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Anna Dziopa at 07 3003 7787.
To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role.
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion