SHEQ Coordinator ) Newcastle, Australia
Salary: AUD40 - AUD45 per hour
Job Title: SHEQ Officer – Temporary Contract (Hunter/Central Coast Region)
Location: Hunter/Central Coast, NSW
Contract Type: Temporary (until December 2025)
Reporting To: SHEQ Manager
About the Role:
We're seeking a proactive and adaptable SHEQ Officer to support the delivery of safety, health, environment, and quality initiatives across the Whole of Government Schools Contract in the Hunter/Central Coast region. This is a temporary role replacing a previous SHEQ position during a transition period, with no extension beyond December 2025.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct morning site visits and document findings through photographs and reports
* Perform audits and inspections using established guides (e.g., cleaner's room checks)
* Manage training records via Power BI and SuccessFactors, including rebooking and uploading completions
* Draft safety alerts and support incident reporting and investigations
* Assist with onboarding and inductions for employees and contractors
* Prepare and deliver SHEQ reports, communications, and alerts
* Ensure compliance with Risk Management, Quality, and HSE systems and statutory obligations
Team Structure
* Work closely with the SHEQ Manager and Return to Work Coordinator
* Collaborate with site Supervisors who act as subject matter experts and key points of contact during visits
Ideal Candidate Profile
* Minimum 1 year of experience in a WHS-related role
* Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (used daily)
* Certificate IV in WHS is highly desirable but not mandatory
* Strong collaboration skills across all levels of management and staff
* Organised, resilient, and able to meet tight deadlines
* Comfortable in a fast-changing environment and confident engaging with stakeholders
* Inquisitive, proactive, and open to direction
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