Overview
The Company
COLAS Australia, a leader in the Road Construction and Maintenance Industry, continues to expand its operations throughout Australia and Current Zealand as a company which is now supported locally by over 500 employees, across 15 work sites in 5 states. Colas Australia is part of the Colas Group which includes over 65,000 staff worldwide.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced WHSE Coordinator to provide support, guidance, training, and implementation of its safe systems of work across the Colas Queensland business. Reporting to the Lead WHSE Manager for the East Coast, the successful applicant will be responsible for various matters, including, incidents and accident investigations, return to work management, training and VOC’s within the work crews.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of risk assessments for plant, processes and asphalt/spray sealing activities.
- Maintain the businesses training matrix.
- Undertake training gap analysis for all employees and contractors
- Maintain competencies for employees (e.g., forklift, front end loader, bobcat)
- Investigate accidents/incidents and prepare final reports for management sign off, including updating the data base.
- Continually improve, implement, and maintain the IBMS (Safety Management System) in consultation with the Site Managers, General Manager and Group WHSE Manager
- Organise training for employees with external trainers as required
- Liaise with customers and other stakeholders for the provision of information as required by contractual requirements
Qualifications
- Diploma or Cert IV in WHS, Cert IV Training and Assessment and Cert IV in Environmental Management.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in Civil Road Construction, Manufacturing, Bitumen industry or equivalent
- Sound understanding of ISO9001, ISO14001, AS4801/ISO45001, Australian Standards, Codes of Practice and Guidelines
- Experience in the maintenance and implementation of WHSEQ Management Systems
- Knowledge of Workers Compensation & Injury Management Act and other legislation administered by Australian Regulators
- Ability to work across all levels of the business
- Strong administration and computer skills
- The ability to coach, influence and guide
- The ability to travel as required
Culture & Benefits
At COLAS Australia our people are vital to our success. Our employees make us different and set us apart from our competitors. Our goal is to attract, retain and develop visionary, talented, and passionate individuals. Our people are central to everything we do.
In return the successful applicant will be rewarded with:
- $110 - $130k (depending on exp) + vehicle
- Annual renumeration reviews
- Corporate fitness program & discounts on healthy foods, supplements, active wear & selfcare products
- Life insurance & health care benefits
- Paid parental leave program
- Employee recognition & assistance programs
- Annual flu vaccinations + Skin Checks
Additional information
Colas Australia Group does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from Recruitment Agencies. Colas Australia Group will not pay any placement fees relating to unsolicited resume referrals.
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Colas Australia are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander & people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply
Successful applicants will be contacted via phone.
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