I am recruiting for an experienced Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Specialist based at the southern end of the Gold Coast, with regular travel across multiple sites in the area.

This role is an exciting opportunity for a safety professional who is passionate about fostering a culture of safety and ensuring compliance across diverse environments, including residential villages, community care and shared services.

About the Role
In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Developing and managing WHS frameworks and management systems across multiple sites, ensuring compliance with all relevant WHS legislation in QLD, NSW, VIC, and SA.
• Leading the implementation and monitoring of WHS policies to maintain high standards of safety and reduce risks.
• Driving a strong safety culture across the organisation, engaging with employees, volunteers, and leadership to create an environment that prioritises safety, wellbeing, and continuous improvement.
• Conducting regular site audits and risk assessments, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing safety controls to manage potential hazards.
• Designing and delivering WHS education and training programs to ensure all staff and volunteers are well-equipped to manage health and safety risks effectively.
• Engaging with stakeholders at all levels, from frontline staff to senior executives, to ensure WHS initiatives are understood and embedded in day-to-day operations.
• Reporting directly to executive leadership, providing insights on WHS performance, identifying opportunities for improvement, and contributing to strategic safety initiatives.
• Leading emergency management practices and developing proactive strategies to address occupational violence and other workplace risks.
• Continuously improving WHS systems and practices, fostering a culture of innovation and safety excellence.

What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a passionate Workplace Health & Safety Specialist who brings:

• Cert IV in Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) or similar qualification.
• At least 3 years of experience managing WHS across multiple sites (a must), and open to industry experience.
• Proven experience in developing and managing WHS frameworks and management systems across diverse environments.
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
• Demonstrated ability to drive a positive safety culture, engaging with employees and leadership to prioritise safety and wellbeing.
• Experience designing and delivering WHS education and training programs to ensure compliance and improve safety awareness.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence and communicate effectively with empathy and compassion with all levels of the organisation, including senior executives to ground staff, to residents.
• Experience with emergency management and occupational violence prevention.
• A self-motivated individual with the ability to manage a flexible schedule and work autonomously.

What’s On Offer

• Flexible hybrid work model, enjoy 2–3 days working from home with the remainder of the week spent onsite or at various locations.
• Competitive salary package including salary sacrifice.
• A supportive and flexible work environment where you’ll be empowered to make a real impact on the safety and wellbeing of staff and volunteers.
• Professional development opportunities and access to continuous learning in the WHS field.
• The opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking organisation committed to innovation, continuous improvement, and creating a culture of safety.
• Genuine work-life balance and a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

If you are a dedicated and experienced Workplace Health & Safety Specialist looking to take on an exciting challenge or this is a next step for you, I’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact me for a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity or contact me at [email protected].