An exciting opportunity exists to join one of Australia’s high growth private businesses. COS is a family owned and run Aussie business made up of a community of like-minded people working towards a common goal. Our purpose is to keep Australian workers, patients and students healthy, safe and productive by providing products. Why? So we can deliver on our pledge to donate 1% of total revenue to everyday Australians through the Lyone Foundation.
About The Role
Reporting to the General Manager – Logistics, the primary objective of this role is:
* To lead a Safety first culture, oversee risk, incident and injury management ensuring COS meets WHS compliance and protocols.
* To provide effective support, guidance and advice for all Departments and Leaders at COS with specific focus on warehousing and transport as high-risk areas.
* Encourage and lead with a Care, Concern and Communication mindset.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure all Team Members at COS receive a relevant and up to date Safety Induction
* Analyse incidents, injuries and hazards, complete incident investigations and prepare reports, identify trends and propose corrective actions for improvement
* Complete workplace safety inspections and risk assessments
* Conduct internal and external audits ensuring compliance to safety standards and policies are maintained. Evaluate findings and
o Be active with Continuous Improvement and Corrective Actions
o Ensure effective Communication and Collaboration of Change
* Maintain national incident, injury and hazard reporting data within the Safety / Compliance Software Program (Mango)
* Champion and deliver safety related training as required including Safety Toolbox Talks
* Develop SOP’s, implement internal auditing to ensure currency and oversee employee training across required SOP’s
* Chair the National WHS Committee
* Ensure emergency procedures and emergency personnel remain current for all locations
* Ensure compliance regarding the completion of regular reviews and inspections Logistics Plant and Machinery:
o MHE
o Trucks & Vans
o Warehouse Automation
o Waste Equipment
* Interpret and ensure the Company remains current with all relevant legislation across all States and Territories ensuring best practice as reasonably practicable is implemented
* Review WHS policies in accordance with legislation updates and communicate these changes to all stakeholders of the business
o Ability to create policies where a gap is identified
* Support the leader of the Company’s ISO Accreditation in maintaining
o Safety (45001),
o Quality (9001)
o Environment (14001)
* Support continual improvements to the IMS
* Design, deliver and maintain internal training for Leaders, HSR;s to ensure operational readiness and competency across all HSE responsibilities
o External training when compliance requires
* Oversee and implement Dangerous Goods requirements
* Develop, lead and champion Chain of Responsibility requirements
* Proactively manage workers compensation claims, liaising with treating doctors, insurance companies and rehabilitation providers, as well as manage the return to work of injured employees
About You
* Previous employment and minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role
* Tertiary level WHS qualification
o Minimum Certificate IV in WHS or equivalent
* Incident investigation (RCA) training
* Exposure to working within warehousing and transport environments
* Lead Auditor experience
* Previous Injury Management and Return to Work Coordination experience
* Previous exposure with ISO auditing (internal and external) processes
* Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, with excellent organisational skills including the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
* MS Office (Intermediate) Experience Office365, Excel, Access, Word, Visio, Publisher, Project, PowerPoint, SharePoint Event
* Demonstrated professional approachand ability to communicate effectively at all levels
* High level of attention to detail
* Strong sense of confidentiality
* Sound judgment, decision making and problem-solving capabilities
* Demonstrate strong coaching and mentoring ability to influence and guide team members at all levels, front-line personnel and leaders
* Drivers licence
* Ability to travel interstate as required
Benefits of working with COS
* Flexible hybrid workplace
* Annual employee incentive schemes
* Generous Reward and Recognition programs
* Commitment to professional development with ongoing training and career development opportunities
* Access to free Mental Health programs
* Birthday, Anniversary, Paid Parental Leave and Purchase Leave available
* Convenient location with free onsite parking
* Modern onsite gym
* Employee discounts on full product range
* Opportunity to participate in community welfare and charity initiatives
* Novated Lease / Salary Sacrifice for electric vehicles available
More about COS
When you join COS, you’ll be working for a growing, socially responsible organisation who provides equal employment opportunities to a talented and diverse team of passionate people, who live and breathe our 6 core values - Passionate, Results Driven, Innovative, Service Excellence, Self-Reflective, and Family. Together, we work towards finding new and original ways to deliver on our Company Purpose: Keep Australian Workers Healthy, Safe and Productive.
Through the success of our business, COS has been proud to give back over $20 million to community through the Lyone Foundation. Each year through the Lyone Foundation, COS supports Australian charities who are focused on human welfare and are underfunded, allocating 1% of annual revenue to the foundation each year.
Founded in 1977, COS is the largest Australian owned and operated national office products business. With over 750 employees located across every State of Australia, COS are leaders in our industry, and we’re ready to welcome you onboard!
How to Apply
Please follow the instructions on the application page regarding your Work History, Education and Qualifications .You can includea Cover letter and Resume to giveus an overview of your previous relevant experience.
COS can offer you not just a job but a career.
If you are interested, we'd love to hear from you!
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