Distribution Centre Safety Lead
Location: Brisbane Airport, Queensland, AU
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Safety Lead to foster and maintain a strong, positive safety culture within our brand new soon-to-be-completed QLD facility. This site‐based role plays a critical part in supporting the health, safety and wellbeing of our people through visible leadership, proactive risk management and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Contractor & Project Safety
* Manage contractor and visitor inductions in line with safety policies, procedures and permit‐to‐work systems.
* Manage site access and ensure all personnel understand site safety and work requirements.
* Liaise with contractors, subcontractors and supervisors to ensure work is carried out safely, efficiently and on time.
* Support project delivery teams by ensuring site conditions are suitable for planned works.
Safety Leadership & Culture
* Provide visible safety leadership and foster a strong safety‐first culture.
* Lead Stay Safe meetings and actively contribute to site safety discussions.
* Provide advice, coaching and support to Distribution Centre operations teams.
* Champion continuous improvement and proactive risk management.
Safety Systems, Compliance & Risk
* Implement and monitor national Health & Safety policies, procedures and site emergency plans.
* Investigate and follow up on all incidents, hazards and injuries using the online incident reporting system.
* Support Process Compliance audits in collaboration with the DC team.
* Support internal and external regulator audit programs alongside the National Safety Team.
* Support the development and updating of Safe Work Procedures (SWPs).
Training & Capability Development
* Coordinate and support onsite safety training as required.
* Schedule and facilitate toolbox talks, pre‐start meetings and safety briefings.
* Ensure all team members have access to relevant, current safety documentation.
Governance & Injury Management
* Maintain accurate safety documentation, incident records and compliance checklists.
* Manage WorkCover claims and return‐to‐work plans in partnership with the Injury Management Advisor.
* Ensure appropriate protocols are followed for process changes, with stakeholder engagement and approvals.
* Contribute to the Supply Chain of Responsibility (CoR) strategy.
* Support the implementation of national safety strategies and safety‐related projects.
Qualifications & Experience
* Tertiary qualifications in Work Health & Safety (WHS) or a related discipline.
* Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
* HLTAID003 – Provide First Aid (current or willingness to obtain).
* 2+ years' experience in a Supply Chain environment within retail, logistics or manufacturing, ideally in medium to large organisations.
* Experience leading or supporting WHS audits and compliance activities.
* Experience in injury management, risk management and contractor safety.
* Background in OHS, HR or a similar safety‐focused role highly regarded.
* Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining safety systems, SWPs and standard work practices.
Skills & Attributes
* Excellent communication, collaboration and influencing skills.
* Strong attention to detail with high‐quality administrative capability.
* Sound working knowledge of WHS legislation and regulatory requirements.
* Organised, confident and solutions‐focused approach.
* A genuine passion for workplace safety, wellbeing and continuous improvement.
Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to:
* Make a tangible difference to safety outcomes and wellbeing.
* Work closely with operational leaders and national safety specialists.
* Influence safety culture and capability at site level.
* Grow your safety leadership experience within a large, complex supply chain environment.
Benefits
* Flexible working arrangements to support work‐life balance.
* Generous discounts across Officeworks, Geeks2U, Bunnings, Kmart, Target and the wider Wesfarmers brands.
* Access to Officeworks perks program for exclusive discounts and perks across entertainment, travel, lifestyle and health.
* Growing Families Policy to support expanding families.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and additional wellbeing programs.
* Flexible public holidays policy supporting cultural and religious observances.
* Outstanding learning and development programmes to support career growth.
* Opportunities to explore career advancement across the broader Wesfarmers Group.
Employment Details
Position: 12‐month fixed‐term contract, commencing 6 July 2026.
We encourage applications from all candidates of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), people with disabilities, and the LGBTQI+ community.
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