Health, Safety and Environment Lead

About the role

Reporting to the QLD State Manager, you will work closely with the QLD Management Team and be responsible for building capability through coaching and supporting leaders in the safety processes and systems as well as operational processes. You will be providing strategic safety leadership and operational support to the InfraBuild Recycling business.

Your responsibilities would include:

• Supporting the delivery of business safety goals and leaders in the safety systems and processes
• Developing and recommending strategies and initiatives for safety plans to further improve performance
• Evaluating the performance and maintaining compliance with the InfraBuild Recycling Safety Management System
• Facilitating the implementation of compliance with the Safety Management and Environmental Management Systems 
• Doing site visits, risk management, incident investigation and managing Incident reporting
• Assisting with the business planning for the alignment and deployment from Recycling Safety plan to QLD
• Ensuring that the Branch Manager has yearly safety goals and is trained and aware of all systems and processes

You are experienced in managing a complex organisational environment and are highly skilled in building strong internal and external relationships.

• Diploma or Degree in OH&S is necessary and or experience in similar role
• Previous industry experience (manufacturing, scrap metal, mining, heavy engineering, transport, logistics) 
• Cert IV in Training and Assessing 
• Cert IV in Frontline Management is desired
• Experience in Cority is beneficial
• Great communication and analytical skills
   

Key Benefits

• Generous parental leave: 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks paid Partner Leave for those who have worked at the business for at least 12 months. The company also provides superannuation contributions for the Primary Carer during the period of unpaid parental leave for eligible employees (limitations apply).
• Access to long service leave after 5 years: Employees who are not covered by an Enterprise Agreement can access accrued Long Service Leave (LSL) at the rate of 1.3 weeks per year of service after 5 years continuous service.
• Employee Benefits Program: discounts for employees, friends and family on a huge selection of products and services from a variety of brands including Samsung, Coles, Harvey Norman, Village Cinemas, Dick Smith, Vodafone, Thrifty and many more.
• Recruitment referral awards: $1500 is awarded to eligible employees for referring friends or family to an open role if the candidate is successful.
• Corporate rates for private health insurance: Nib Health Insurance offers discounted cover for employees.

About Us

InfraBuild is Australia’s leading integrated steel manufacturing, distribution and recycling business, making steel using our electric arc furnaces. We provide solutions for commercial and residential construction, large scale and nation-building infrastructure as well as our primary producers and rural sectors.  With ambitions to be carbon neutral by 2030, each day we help build futures through sustainable steel.

Our recycling business is an industry leader in the supply of processed ferrous scrap (steel) products for the electric arc furnaces at our domestic steel mills in Sydney and Melbourne. We also have an extensive non-ferrous business that supplies both domestic and international markets with high quality products for recycling. Our 26 sites contribute around 1.4 million tonnes of recycled metals annually into our steelmaking operations.

Why work here?

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry. 

• Work with a greater purpose: Join us in the pursuit of a sustainable future as we progress our ambition to become carbon-neutral. You will contribute to a legacy that not only helps to build our nation but sustains our environment for future generations. Embrace a culture where differences are celebrated, innovation is embraced and valuing everyone's unique perspectives contributes to our transformation.
• Work well - live better: We understand the importance of working in an environment which supports you to balance your personal and professional life. Experience a culture which values you as a whole person - where family extends to the workplace and your well-being matters. You’ll thrive not only in your career with us, but beyond. 
• Build your own future: Step into a culture where every day is an opportunity to grow, and where driving your own development is not just encouraged; it's expected. You’ll be empowered to take the wheel of your learning journey and uncover your potential. The possibilities are limitless.

We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.

It is our ambition at InfraBuild to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.

Agencies should note that unsolicited resumes will not be accepted to this position, and GFG will not pay any fees related to resumes that are submitted directly to hiring managers and not through our approved processes.

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