Safety Advisor | Design SheetMetal VIC (Bayswater & Laverton)
Design Sheet Metal is seeking a proactive Safety Advisor to lead health, safety, and workers' compensation across our Victorian operations, overseeing and supporting two key sites: Bayswater and Laverton.
You'll partner with operational managers to build a strong safety culture, protect our people, and drive measurable improvements in workplace performance.
What You'll Do:
* Lead and implement safety policies, procedures, and SOPs across multiple sites
* Build consistent, practical safety solutions that deliver results
* Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments to ensure compliance and continuous improvement
* Coach and advise operational leaders on safety best practice
* Prepare accurate, timely reports for management and corporate stakeholders
* Manage return-to-work programs and support injured workers effectively
* Stay ahead of WHS and workers' compensation legislation, translating requirements into clear, actionable guidance
What Success Looks Like:
* Consistent safety solutions across all sites
* Sites achieving above-average performance in WHS measures
* Legal and regulatory compliance across all operational areas
* Recognition as an industry leader in workplace safety
What You Bring:
* 5+ years in a safety role within manufacturing or engineering in Australia
* Tertiary-level safety qualifications (preferred)
* Experience in auditing, incident investigations, and training delivery
* Strong skills in risk assessment, procedural documentation, and workers' compensation management
* High energy, hands‐on approach, and excellent communication skills
* Ability to influence, build relationships, and work across all levels of the business
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary package aligned to experience
* The opportunity to lead safety across two key Victorian sites
* Autonomy to shape and strengthen safety systems and culture
* A supportive leadership team that values safety and operational excellence
* Long term career growth within a stable and growing manufacturing business
If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, lead with authority, and make safety a priority in a fast‐paced manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you.
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