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Are you a passionate Health & Safety professional ready to make a meaningful impact? We are seeking a committed Health & Safety Business Partner to support operations across South Australia. This is a fantastic prospect for someone who thrives in high-risk environments, enjoys working closely with operational teams, and is eager to help drive a strong safety culture. This role offers both personal and professional growth within a supportive environment, with access to an experienced team and a tailored development framework. Based in Penfield, SA, you will split your time between the office and on-site, partnering with operational teams across logistics, intermodal operations, train crewing, and maintenance.
About The Role
As the Health & Safety Business Partner, your primary focus will be to support the implementation of safety initiatives, mentor operational teams, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and internal frameworks. You will play a key role in rolling out a new Safety Management System, driving continuous improvement, and promoting a proactive safety culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Coach and mentor leaders and frontline teams to build strong safety behaviours.
- Promote a proactive, positive safety culture across all operational areas.
- Lead by example in championing safety values.
- Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, Rail Safety requirements, Chain of Responsibility, and NHVR regulations.
- Conduct risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations.
- Support root-cause analysis and corrective action planning.
- Deliver safety training and support competency development across teams.
- Guide employees on hazard identification, risk mitigation, fatigue management, and emergency response procedures.
- Work closely with operational teams to provide day‑to‑day health and safety support.
- Assist in developing work instructions and safety‑related processes.
- Ensure accurate incident reporting and legal compliance.
- Liaise with safety regulators and support audit/inspection preparation.
- Prepare safety reports for senior leadership.
- Lead initiatives to improve safety systems, processes, and performance.
- Participate in safety committees and contribute to strategic safety planning.
Essential Skills, Experience & Qualifications
- Tertiary qualification in Work Health & Safety or a related discipline.
- Experience in high-risk industries such as transport, logistics, rail, or heavy vehicle operations.
- Strong background in incident investigation and risk assessment.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Solid understanding of WHS legislation, RSNL, CoR, and NHVR requirements.
Desirable
- Additional qualifications in safety auditing, risk management, or environmental management.
- Certifications related to CoR or Rail Safety compliance.
Personal Attributes
- Passionate about health and safety with a proactive mindset.
- Strong ability to mentor and guide teams.
- Resilient, adaptable, and able to operate confidently under pressure.
- Collaborative team player who builds solid working relationships.
- Detail-oriented with high levels of integrity and accountability.
Working Conditions
- Mix of office, field, and operational site environments.
- Requires mobility across various work sites and physical capability for inspections and fieldwork.
- Use of company-provided laptop and mobile phone.
If you are interested in these roles and fit the criteria, please apply online today! If you have any further questions before applying online, please email Biren Desai at.
**PLEASE NOTE - only online applications will be considered**
Seniority level
- Entry level
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Business Development and Sales
- Facilities Services and Staffing and Recruiting
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 1 week ago
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