Health and Safety Coordinator | Melbourne, VIC

Join a global leader in the design and manufacturing of quality packaging products Supportive, customer focussed workplace with well-established Training programs and Career development opportunities Attractive Salary plus super (negotiable on experience) The Company… As a globally recognised leader delivering quality manufactured packaging products, the company is committed to providing clients with a wide range of solutions to support their operations.

Through many decades of offering their unique state-of-the-art solutions across a number of industries such as; aerospace, defence, general manufacturing, infrastructure, logistics and mining, they continue to expand their national operations both through acquisition and partnerships. As a result of organic growth and expansion, they are actively seeking an experienced Workplace Health and Safety professional to join their growing team on a permanent full time basis.

The Position… Based in Deer Park, VIC, and reporting to the General Manager, you will work closely with senior management to meet and exceed the health, safety objectives and drive the ongoing implementation and improvement of the company's safety culture. The key responsibilities will include: Regular inspection of the facility operations to ensure that safe job practices are followed, protective equipment is properly used, machine/process guards are in place, etc.

Investigate or facilitate the investigation of all accidents and near miss occurrences, identification of trends and causes. Ensure that corrective measures are implemented following an incident investigation. Ensure safety policies, processes and systems are updated in line with legislation to support the ongoing monitoring and reporting of safety performance.

Participate in the safety induction and training of all employees. Instructing all new employees on job appropriate safety practices and maintaining employee personnel training records. Developing safety recognition programs and incentives as appropriate. Chair the plant safety committee and maintain HSEQ reports along with other required documents.

Ensure the facility maintains the proper training in First Aid and CPR. Manage inventory of safety related products including PPE, medical & first-aid supplies, videos, etc. Coordinate inspections, tours, and visits by other safety and health regulatory agencies. Manage all injury related claims and return to work activities.

Maintain appropriate communication with immediate management, corporate, and third party vendors. Performs other duties as required. The Ideal Candidate… To be considered for this role, you will possess the following: Experience in a similar role. Relevant qualifications in Work/Occupational Health and Safety. Sound knowledge of Workers Compensation legislation.

Demonstrate and develop a working knowledge of OHS/WHS Act and Regulations and Codes of Practice and Company safety policies and regulations. Must be or become qualified in First Aid and CPR. Return to Work Coordinator experience. An ability to work with other team members and to build positive team-based relationships.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills. High attention to detail and an ability to work unsupervised. The Benefits An exciting new opportunity awaits those who are looking to join a globally progressive and dynamic company offering an attractive salary package (commensurate with experience). They have an outstanding staff culture, which is both professional and at the same time genuine in connecting with customers to deliver high standards of service.

An unrivalled training and career development program is also available to staff who are interested in progressing within the company. Don't delay! If you have the enthusiasm, desire, and the requisite abilities, knowledge, and experience as mentioned above, then please apply via the "apply" button and our team will contact you as soon as possible after you have been selected.

All applications will remain strictly confidential and ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted and invited to interview for this exciting role.