WHS Advisor

FULL TIME – PERMANENT

For your application to be accepted you must submit the below documents to jobs@midwestports.com.au before the vacancy close date. Ensure you are free for the confirmed interview date, MWPA accommodate to in person and online interviews. 

• Covering Letter
• Current Curriculum Vitae (CV/Resume)
• Address all selection criteria listed on the position description 

We are a busy Western Australian Port that places the highest emphasis on our people, customers, and community in conducting our daily business. We are excited to commence the search for a Work, Health & Safety (WHS) Advisor to join our team. 

As a WHS Advisor you will be responsible for ensuring a safe and healthy workplace that complies with all relevant WHS legal jurisdictions.  Jurisdictions relevant to Geraldton Port operations include but are not limited to Mines Safety and Inspection Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Rail Safety Act Port Authorities Act and Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) orders.

Advise, coach and support MWPA employees and contractors in all aspects of WHS management and processes, including risk management, incident reporting, 

Assist in the development, implementation, review of MWPA’s Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (WHSS) Management System to maintain certification to AS/NZS and International standards.

Essential competencies include:

• Bachelor of Science (Health Safety & Environment) or equivalent DESIRABLE
• Certificate IV Training and Assessment; 
• Formal Drug & Alcohol screening training;
• Formal incident investigation training; and
• Formal auditor training.
• A thorough knowledge of the relevant legislation; 
• Experienced Safety Coach with a proven record for embedding a positive safety culture;
• WHS / OSH experience in the marine, mining, construction or similar industries;
• Experience in incident investigation and reporting;
• Experience in conducting compliance audits;
• Experience in developing and delivering training packages;
• Sound report writing skills; and
• Sound computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and database systems.

Applicants must reside in or be willing to relocate to Geraldton.

If we have captured your interest, more information on the role and application process can be found by visiting our website www.midwestports.com.au. See the ‘About’ tab, then ‘Employment’.  

Vacancy closes 9am, Monday 18 July 2022  

www.midwestports.com.au