Job description
Our client are committed to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental practices within the construction and demolition industry. We are seeking a dedicated Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Officer to join our team and play a key role in ensuring our projects adhere to safety regulations and environmental standards.
Position Overview: As an HSE Officer, you will liaise with management and clients on health, safety, and environmental matters, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with legislation. Your expertise will help us maintain a safe working environment and support our commitment to health and safety excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Liaise with management and clients regarding health, safety, and environmental matters.
- Review safety and environmental hazards and perform risk assessments.
- Coordinate with Project Managers/Site Supervisors to develop site documentation (e.g., Safe Work Method Statements).
- Supervise safety site personnel and visitors.
- Conduct internal audits and monitor compliance with legislation.
- Update and maintain External Resources and Hazard and Risk Registers.
- Ensure that risks and controls are updated in line with new requirements.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Certificate IV in Training & Assessing.
- Certificate IV in OHS.
- Senior First Aid/CPR certification.
- Construction Industry Card (Blue/White Card).
- Experience with accident investigation and auditing.
- Rehabilitation and Return to Work Certificate.
- We encourage junior candidates, including recent graduates, who are keen to gain on-site training in health and safety.
Required Capabilities:
- Strong knowledge of the Workplace Health & Safety Act and Environmental Protection Act.
- Understanding of project site-specific Safety and Environmental Plans.
- Ability to write Safe Work Method Statements to mitigate hazards.
- Experience managing the reporting of incidents, accidents, and near misses.
- Strong communication skills for effective interaction with various stakeholders.
- Highly developed written communication skills for report preparation.
Ongoing Training:
- Commitment to ongoing training in new Acts, Regulations, and safety/environmental matters.
- Regular updates to Workplace Health and Safety Officer qualifications as required.
Duties - Safety and Environmental:
- Provide necessary documentation to clients, including risk assessments and safety plans.
- Conduct safety inspections to monitor compliance and ensure safe work practices.
- Implement safety initiatives and conduct audits.
- Train site employees and subcontractors in job safety documentation.
- Maintain first aid kits and emergency equipment.
- Ensure safety documentation reflects changes to regulations and is properly implemented.
- Monitor the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and provide training as needed.
- Report and investigate incidents and propose corrective actions.
Duties - Rehabilitation:
- Liaise with work supervisors to assist injured workers.
- Maintain regular contact with injured workers to support their rehabilitation.
