WHS & Risk Business Partner
Job No:
110510
Location:
Quirindi, NSW
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Are you an experienced risk professional? Join this progressive council in a pivotal WHS role!
- Fantastic opportunity to utilise your experience in a rewarding position where you can see the impact you make day to day!
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Enjoy an attractive base salary up to $80,000 PLUS super, salary sacrificing options, fortnightly RDO, relocation assistance & more!
About the Organisation
Liverpool Plains Shire is a vibrant, dynamic and economically strong rural area located four hours north of Sydney, 45 minutes south of the regional centre of Tamworth, and less than 2 hours to the beautiful Hunter Valley. The region has a rich agricultural history and picturesque beauty encompassing the foothills of the Great Dividing Range and the sweeping expanse of the fertile Liverpool Plains. The area offers the opportunity for a true rural lifestyle in a friendly atmosphere with excellent transport links.
Serving a population of around 8,000 residents, Liverpool Plains Shire Council has an annual budget of approximately $25m and a staff of 132. Council offers a range of benefits to employees including a 9 day fortnight, training and study assistance.
About the Opportunity
Liverpool Plains Shire Council now has an opportunity for a WHS & Risk Business Partner to join their team in Quirindi, NSW.
Reporting to the Manager People and Culture, this varied position will see you responsible for leading and facilitating the development, implementation and monitoring of proactive Work Health & Safety (WHS), Return to Work Injury Management and Risk Management Systems for Council. As part of this, you will also oversee the training and mentoring of employees (including Supervisors and Managers) in these systems.
This is a hands-on position with frequent travel to worksites for inspection and observation.
More specifically, some of your duties will include (but will not be limited to):
- Conducting internal WHS inspections and audits to monitor and ensure compliance with WHS policies and procedures;
- Providing advice on current and emerging WHS and Risk issues, including legislative requirements, to ensure consultation and ongoing improvement;
- Taking responsibility for the development, implementation, and review of corporate-wide WHS, Return to Work Injury Management, and Risk Management policies, procedures, reporting and recording processes, including the WHS component of worker induction programs;
- Delivering training and education for staff and management, and developing an agreed Training Plan for the organisation on relevant WHS and Risk matters;
- Investigating workplace occurrences/incidents (in consultation with Supervisors/Managers) and preparing appropriate reports which indicate root cause and suggested corrective action to assist in prevention of recurrences; and
- Keeping abreast of best practice WHS by maintaining industry networking and cooperative forums for the sharing of ideas, strategies and solutions to WHS and risk issues.
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About You
The successful candidate will hold a minimum of a Diploma in WHS or similar, alongside demonstrated experience in a similar position. Experience in the interpretation and application of the Work Health Safety Act, and Regulation and Codes of Practice and Mines Safety Legislation, is essential.
Due to the nature of the role, it's important that you are experienced in the development and implementation of organisation-wide WHS and Risk Management Systems within a multifaceted environment. You must also be skilled in the interpretation and implementation of EEO and WHS principles and practices.
Strong attention to detail, report writing skills, and the ability to calmly manage a number of competing priorities will be critical to your success. Although not essential, a Cert IV in Training and Assessment and/or Safework NSW approved Return to Work Coordinator Certificate will be highly regarded.
An excellent communicator, you will have well developed interpersonal and negotiation skills, including the ability to build effective working relationships and trust with stakeholders of all levels. The ability to simplify and articulate your thoughts in a way your audience will understand is imperative.
Most importantly, Council is seeking a pragmatic individual who is passionate about building, shaping and developing a strong WHS and Risk System for the organisation.
Please Note: A current Driver's Licence is a requirement of this role.
About the Benefits
This is an exciting opportunity to become involved with an organisation that is dedicated to driving positive change throughout the shire. Council is undergoing a period of positive change, and there's no better time to join!
In return for your hard work and dedication, you will receive an attractive base salary of up to $80,000 (commensurate with experience and qualifications) plus super and salary packaging options. Relocation assistance is available, and you will enjoy a healthy work-life balance within this family-friendly workplace, working a 9 day fortnight and having access to flexibility regarding working hours.
In addition, this role presents an ongoing opportunity for career development and advancement.
If you are looking to grow your HR career while making a positive impact on the community - Apply Now!