Safety business partner

From our humble beginnings in 1935, Haymes Paint has grown to become Australia’s largest Australian made and owned manufacturer of premium brand paints, finishes, and protective coatings. Now in our third generation of family ownership, we haven't slowed down on bringing new and better products to the market, always looking for new advances or opportunities for innovation. Our values of Truth, Passion, Motivation, Respect plus Listening and Learning are reflected in everything we do. As a Safety Business Partner , you will be responsible for partnering with key stakeholders to implement and drive safety initiatives, training, policies and procedures in all sites across Australia. You will train, coach and advise line managers on all safety related matters and assist in the review, development and implementation of health and safety policies and processes to ensure a safe workplace. Your primary customer group will be store operations and manufacturing; therefore, the ability to engage at all levels of the business is critical. The role will ideally be based out of Haymes Paint Head Office located in Ballarat or Abbotsford, with working from home flexibility and the occasional interstate travel. Key responsibilities of the role include: Collaboration and Communication: Build strong relationships with key stakeholders to identify, plan and roll out safety initiatives. Communicate effectively with employees, management, and external stakeholders on safety issues. Health and Safety Planning: Create a Health and Safety plan to address key safety initiatives to mitigate risk and keep the team safe. Develop and implement OH&S policies and procedures. Ensure policies are compliant with local, state, and federal regulations. Risk Assessment and Management: Conduct and support leaders in completing regular risk assessments and safety audits. Identify potential hazards and implement control measures. Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, and recommend preventive measures. Monitor and update Emergency response plans. Act as a point of contact in an emergency. Training and Education: Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees at all levels. Ensure that employees are aware of safety procedures and protocols. Compliance and Reporting: Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations. Run Health and Safety Committee and Incident review meetings. Maintain accurate records of safety-related incidents and inspections. Prepare and submit required reports internally monthly and to regulatory bodies as required. Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal customers and key stakeholders. Maintain relationships with regulatory bodies, industry groups, and other relevant stakeholders. Act as the primary point of contact for OH&S matters within the organization. Facilitate communication between employees, management, and external partners regarding health and safety issues through various communication platforms. Engage with contractors, suppliers, and vendors to ensure they adhere to safety standards. Work Cover Administration: Act as the primary conduit for work cover claims and processes. Manage and administer work cover claims, ensuring timely reporting and compliance with regulations. Liaise with team members, insurance companies, medical professionals, and employees to manage claims effectively. Ensure accurate record-keeping and documentation related to work cover claims. About you: Strong communicator with good verbal and written skills and the ability to influence within the organization. Experience in writing and delivering in-house training. Highly organized with strong document management skills. Ability to stay informed about up-to-date legislation and compliance. Formal qualifications in health, safety, and environment to diploma level or equivalent experience preferred. Minimum 5 years’ experience, ideally in a medium to large manufacturing and/or retail business environment. Demonstrated experience in the planning, development, and implementation of health, safety & environment compliance programs and management systems including ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. High proficiency in Office 365 and/or Auditing/Incident Management Software. Benefits: 50% off retail price of Haymes Paint manufactured products, including friends and family discounts. 6% Medibank Corporate discount. 20% New Balance discount. Access to our 24-hour EAP service for you and your immediate family. Ongoing training and support. Access to a range of workplace health and wellbeing initiatives. Professional development opportunities. Please apply by including a recent resume and responding to the selection questions. Applications will close when a suitable candidate is identified. We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr