WPH&S Officer

HOBAN Recruitment is currently seeking a skilled WHSMS Development Officer on behalf of our client to be located in either SYDNEY, CANBERRA, BRISBANE, MELBOURNE, ADELAIDE or PERTH.
This is temporary role to commence 26 February up to 15 July 2024. with the possibility of extension.

The role is also offered in a remote capacity, allowing for a flexible work arrangement.

About the Role:
As the WHSMS Development Officer, you will be a key contributor to the continuous improvement of our client's Work Health and Safety Management System (WHSMS). Collaborating with the Assistant Manager, Safety and Wellbeing, you will play a pivotal role in drafting and preparing priority documents within the WHSMS. Your responsibilities will include developing and delivering WHS policies, procedures, and supporting documentation, assessing and evaluating existing WHS policies, and engaging with internal and external stakeholders for the identification of needs related to WHSMS development.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work on a critical WHSMS renewal project to commence 26 February until 15 July 2024.
• Remote work flexibility for a better work-life balance
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders at various levels
• Competitive remuneration package of between $71.00 and $84.00 per hour plus 11% superannuation.

About You:
We are seeking a candidate with the following key capabilities:

• Detailed understanding of work health and safety policies, practices, standards, and legislation
• Ability to deliver high-quality project outcomes within specified timelines
• Strong relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills for effective collaboration
• Professionalism, impartiality, and integrity in managing sensitive information
• Analytical skills to identify critical gaps and propose practical solutions

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver WHS policies, procedures, and supporting documentation
• Assess, evaluate, and improve existing WHS policies, addressing organisational needs
• Engage with stakeholders to identify requirements for new or amended WHSMS documentation
• Collaborate with the Assistant Manager to address WHSMS deficiencies and provide progress briefs to key stakeholders

Key Capabilities:

• Detailed understanding of WHS policies, practices, standards, and legislation
• Ability to deliver high-quality project outcomes on time
• Relationship-building and influencing skills
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Professionalism, impartiality, and integrity
• Effective analytical skills for information gathering and problem-solving

Additional Requirements:

• Post-graduate WHS qualification (desirable)
• Current security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain Baseline (Protected) level clearance
• Australian Citizenship is mandatory

Submissions close Tuesday 6th February COB.

At HOBAN we embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity. We welcome and encourage applications from people from all backgrounds.

We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email ***********@hoban.com.au or visit hoban.com.au/adjustments.