Work Health & Safety Business Partner
- Champion Best Practice & Compliance
- Make Strategic Contributions
- Diverse Safety Areas
About the Role
The WHS Business Partner will support the WHS Manager by undertaking routine WHS requirements whilst promoting and encouraging a safe working culture and environment for all employees. This role will engage and work proactively with stakeholders to develop relationships and build WHS capability across the organisation.
Duties include:
Monitoring the Association’s WHS Hazard and Incident Management System by:
- Identifying trends and reviewing control measures for effectiveness
- Collaborating with data analytics to develop and maintain the Managers WHS Power BI Dashboard
- Lead incident investigations using root cause methodology to produce investigation reports with agreed corrective actions to address findings
- Conduct assurance activities to review WHS risks and evaluate compliance against WHS legislation and relevant codes of practice
- Draft, review and revise WHS policies and procedures which support the Association to meet its obligations and drive continuous improvement
- Develop and deliver WHS education and awareness through both formal training and on-the-job coaching and mentoring
- Implement risk assessment processes on psychosocial, ergonomic, hazardous chemicals, emergency response and other workplace risks to ensure control measures are identified, implemented and reviewed.
- Provide specialist advice and guidance on the application of WHS legislation and the Autism Association’s WHS policies and procedures in alignment with industry-specific leading practices
- Facilitate and manage ergonomic assessments and requests
- Manage and maintain emergency response requirements for the Association in alignment with WHS and NDIS requirements
- Maintain the Association’s chemical management system ChemWatch.
- Complete Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs)
About You
In this role, you will ideally have:
- 5 years’ experience in a similar Work Health and Safety role
- Lead Auditor experience (desirable)
- Relevant knowledge of WHS legislation and related practices
- Understanding of the principles of a WHS Management System
- Understanding of legislative requirements for emergency response management, asbestos management and contractor management and contractor management
- Experience in developing and delivering WHS Training content
- Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to deal effectively with individuals at all levels.
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Motivated to deliver a high standard of customer service.
- Able to maintain confidentiality.
- Works well in a team environment.
- Ensures currency of knowledge.
We offer a competitive remuneration package and a chance to work in a caring, dedicated environment committed to making a difference for people with Autism and their families.
To join our team, you’ll be required to complete the required clearances including a National Police Clearance, Providing First Aid and hold a valid driving licence in Western Australia.
Benefits
There are many benefits to working at the Association, here are just a few.
- Collaboration: Work in a collaborative team where everyone's ideas are valued, and success is achieved together!
- Positive Impact: Your role will help individuals live their best, most fulfilling life.
- Financial benefits: Save on everyday expenses with unique access to discounts with Westpac, Medibank, and other major brands and retailers.
- Salary packaging: up to $15,900 per annum + up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment. Salary packaging allows you to pay for your expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out. Pay less tax, and your take home pay increases!
About Us
The Autism Association is one of Australia’s largest For-Purpose Specialist Autism Service Providers, providing a range of services to individuals of all ages. We are inspired every day to make a difference in the lives of people with Autism and are deeply committed to assisting them to achieve the life and opportunities they choose.
Apply Now
To apply, click “Apply Now” below to upload your resume and cover letter. Applications close 15 July 2025, but please apply as soon as possible as shortlisting may occur prior to this date.
The Autism Association of WA is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children.
No agency referrals will be accepted at this time.
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