About the Position:

In partnership with our leading Agricultural client, WorkPac are currently seeking an experienced WHS Manager for a full time, permanent opportunity based within West Perth. This position will include travel to all states as part of the role on a regular basis and will suit an candidate with exposure to agriculture or similar industries or someone who holds a farming background.

Reporting to the MD, you will provide leadership, analysis and direction for the WHS function, continuing to drive SafeX systems across the business, advocating for the health and safety working culture within the organisation and acting as the principal contact for WHS.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties will include however will not be limited to;

• Provide WHS advisory service to the managers and executive function.

• Drive safety governance through the development and implementation of WHS systems and processes which align with a quality control process.

• To assist in the development of employees for the WHS function by leading by example with a safety-first approach.

• To ensure compliance with WHS legislation and provide effective management of workers compensation claims.

• Develop, implement, and manage WHS policies, procedures, and practices, such as SOPs, SWIMs, Incidents, Guidelines, Toolboxes, Safety Alerts.

• Monitor changes to the legislative requirements across the states the company works

• Liaise with managers to ensure the organisation minimises risk and complies with WHS legislation

• Complete physical internal audits across the business operations for all WHS requirements such as substances.

• Undertake regular internal audits safety systems to ensure compliance with federal and state driven WHS requirements.

• Support managers with incident investigations, complete root cause analysis and conduct lessons learnt.

• Be the champion for further implementation and development of the safety structure and systems using company safety software.

• Monthly and ad-hoc WHS reporting.

• Travel to company properties throughout the country to perform duties such as audits, inspections, and training.

Requirements of the Role:

• Proven experience within an WHS Manager position in an agricultural, resource or farming background

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification in Workplace Health and Safety

• A hands-on approach with strong commitment to field leadership.

• Ability to work remotely and autonomously.

• Technological proficiency in Office365 and custom designed software.

• Demonstrated experience leading and coaching teams.

• Experience in the agricultural industry. (Desirable)

• Certificate 4 Training and Assessment (Desirable)

• Member of the AIHS (Desirable)

• Drivers License (Compulsory)

Job Reference Number: 7469J20233163

Please be aware that proof of COVID-19 vaccination may apply in accordance with Public Health Orders, State Health Directions and/or site-specific Health and Safety requirements.

How to Apply:

Click on the Apply button or for more information please contact Recruitment Manager: Hayley Slater on (07) 4979 8659 quoting the above reference number.

About WorkPac

WorkPac is Australia's leading, privately owned recruitment provider to the mining, construction, engineering, light industrial and healthcare sectors. We are proud to partner with some of the country''s leading companies to deliver rewarding permanent, contract, temporary and traineeship recruitment opportunities.

At WorkPac, we recognise we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from women and Indigenous people.