Safety Specialist
About The Role:
The Safety Specialist contributes to the success of OneSteel Manufacturing through the advice, support and mentoring on the full range of operational and strategic safety issues to the operational workforce inclusive of contracting groups.
The Safety Specialist will support a safety maturity and improvement culture and demonstrate behaviours consistent with Company values.
Employee Benefits:
- Stability and job security – Be part of a business with over a century of steelmaking heritage, backed by State and Federal Government investment.
- Live, Work and Play in one location – just minutes from the Whyalla township with free onsite parking
- Community impact – Play your part in producing the steel that builds Australia’s railways, bridges, and infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive operational excellence in safety management practices through proactive engagement, guidance and support
- Coach operational frontline leaders to ensure compliance with legislative obligations and requirements of the Safety Management System
- Identify and recommend best practice initiatives to reduce risk, raise safety awareness and improve safe work practices
- Implement and monitor compliance with safe systems of work through safety engagements, interactions, observations and inspections
- Support the critical risk and control verification process to ensure all risks are identified and effectively controlled
- Support frontline leaders with ICAM Investigation process for improved outcomes e.g., identification of quality high level (effective) corrective actions (against casual factors)
- Drive frontline leadership for improved & timely closeout of events and associated actions to mitigate reoccurrences
- Educate frontline leadership on risk management and application of effective controls for work tasks
About You:
- Relevant Health & Safety qualifications with demonstrated industry experience (essential)
- Strong knowledge of safety management systems, best practice standards, and relevant legislation/regulations (essential)
- Current and valid driver’s licence (essential)
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
- Strong analytical and decision-making capability, with the ability to assess complex information, solve problems and conduct effective safety audits
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work autonomously while managing competing priorities
- Strong understanding of the importance of confidentiality and handling sensitive information
- Demonstrated planning, coordination and organisational skills to manage tasks and meet deadlines
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Windows operating environments
Desirable Skills:
- Certified OHS Lead Auditor qualification
- ICAM Investigation Facilitator certification with investigation experience
- Certificate IV in Training & Assessment, with experience delivering safety training
- Certificate in Front Line Management
About Us:
OneSteel Manufacturing is proud to operate one of Australia’s most critical mining and steel manufacturing businesses. As the nation’s only producer of special grade billet and steel long products, we play a vital role in powering Australia’s infrastructure — from rail networks to major construction projects.
Our Whyalla-based operations are backed by State and Federal Government investment, reinforcing our position as a cornerstone of Australia’s sovereign manufacturing capability. These assets are not only essential to industrial resilience but also contribute to the long-term security and self-sufficiency of the nation’s supply chain.
At OneSteel, we don’t just manufacture steel — we help build the future of Australia.
It is our ambition 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.
We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.