Due to an upcoming period of extended leave within the safety team, our client is seeking a capable and hands-on OH&S Officer to support the OH&S Manager within an industry-leading mining vehicle manufacturing environment. This is a 3-6 month contract role, with the potential to transition into a permanent position for the right person.

This is a great opportunity to join a well-established organisation of approximately 130 staff, operating within a strong safety culture and high-performing manufacturing environment. The role offers genuine flexibility, with options for either 3 days per week or school-hour arrangements, making it ideal for someone seeking work-life balance while still contributing meaningfully to a busy operational setting.

You will play a key role in supporting the safety function during a critical period for the business, assisting with compliance, safety systems, audits, and day-to-day WHS activities.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Conduct workplace safety investigations and support incident reporting, including follow-up actions and close-out
• Undertake internal safety audits and workplace inspections across manufacturing operations
• Maintain and update SWMS, procedures, and WHS documentation to ensure ongoing compliance
• Support quality assurance and safety compliance activities across all site operations
• Assist with general WHS administration and record keeping using Employment Hero
• Liaise with supervisors, managers, and employees to ensure safe work practices are consistently applied 

Key Requirements

• Previous experience in an OH&S / WHS role, ideally within manufacturing, transport, or similar environments
• Demonstrated experience in incident investigation and safety audits
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, compliance requirements, and safe work systems
• Ability to develop, review, and maintain SWMS and safety documentation
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage operational teams
• Relevant WHS qualification (Certificate IV or higher desirable, or equivalent experience) 

This is an excellent opportunity for an OH&S professional seeking a flexible contract role within a reputable and growing manufacturing business. If you are available for a 3-6 month assignment and are looking for a hands-on safety role where you can make an immediate impact, we encourage you to apply. 

Please submit your resume via the provided link or contact Joe Norris on 0435 319 727 for a confidential discussion.