Work Health & Safety Officer

Land Transport is a leading national Road Transport company who specialize in General Freight Transport. Operating for over 40 years, we are dedicated to putting our workers first, providing a safe work environment with job security.

Experiencing steady growth, we are looking for an experienced Work Health and Safety Officer to join our team situated in our Brisbane Office.

The Work Health and Safety (WHS) Officer is responsible for supporting and promoting a safe and compliant workplace across all company operations. The role ensures compliance with applicable Work Health and Safety legislation, Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL), environmental obligations, and company policies and procedures

Duties and Responsibilities: (but not limited to)

• Maintain and continuously improve the company's WHS Management System, safety policies, procedures and safe work method statements

• Monitor compliance with WH&S Legislation, HVNL, Dangerous goods, environment and RAS Codes of Practice

• Conduct workplace inspections and safety audits of depots, workshops, warehouses and transport operations

• Assist with the investigation of workplace incidents, injuries, vehicle incidents, near misses and property damage events along with root cause and contributing factors analysis

• Coordinate workers’ compensation return-to-work programs/ injury management plans

• Conduct scheduled and unscheduled workplace inspections

• Assist with external audits

• Participate in safety committee meetings, assist with the facilitation of toolbox talks and safety meetings

• Maintain emergency response plans

• Prepare monthly safety performance reports

Qualifications & Experience:

• Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (minimum)

• At least 3 years WHS experience in transport, logistics or heavy vehicle operations

• Strong understanding of Australian WHS legislation

• Return to Work Coordinator Certification (or willing to obtain)

• Understanding of Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL)

• Experience conducting incident investigations and risk assessments

• Strong administrative and record management skills

• Current Drivers Licence

• Strong knowledge of workplace health and safety systems

• Understanding of Chain of Responsibility obligations

• Risk assessment and hazard management expertise

• Incident investigation skills

• Audit and compliance management experience

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in electronic record keeping and safety management systems

• Competence in Microsoft Office and online compliance platforms

• Ability to build positive working relationships across all levels of the organisation
  

If you are an experience WHS Officer who would like the opportunity to make a difference, this role is for you.

To submit your application please click on the apply now button.  Should you have any questions regarding your application please feel free to email ***********@landtransport.com.au  and include your best contact telephone number, for a prompt written response or returned phone call.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.