Safety Advisor

Overview

Eight Homes is Melbourne's affordable builder. We offer a stylish range of designs ideal for homeowners entering the property market and we pride ourselves on efficiency and simplicity in purchase and building.

We pride ourselves in building better lives for not only our clients, but for our employees and the community through our strong leadership, and charitable partnerships which have contributed to our on-going success and recognition as Great Place To Work Certified.

We believe that working with us will never be just a job. We offer a dynamic, transparent, and upbeat culture with the added benefit of an exciting workplace environment and friendly employees. We are committed to helping talented people build their careers - there are many opportunities for growth in this business for those who are looking to challenge themselves.

What's on offer:

Eight Homes is on the lookout for a proactive, detail-oriented Part-Time, 2 days (or Fractional), Safety Advisor to help champion our safety-first culture. Based at our Essendon Fields office, this role includes regular site visits across metropolitan Melbourne and plays a vital part in strengthening our safety systems, supporting our Construction team, and staying ahead of legislative updates.

Responsibilities

- Conduct routine site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with safety standards and legislation
- Assist with regulatory requests, including those from WorkSafe and other governing bodies
- Keep safety documentation, registers, and incident records accurate and up to date
- Collaborate closely with our Construction team to promote a strong safety culture
- Champion a strong understanding of the OH&S Act and Regulations, keeping our practices compliant and forward-thinking
- Identify training needs and oversee annual OH&S programs that empower teams to work safely and confidently
- Be the go-to advisor for managers and employees, offering timely, practical guidance on all OH&S matters
- Take charge of incident investigations, ensuring timely follow-up actions and continuous improvement
- Support injured employees through their return-to-work journey, working closely with managers, insurers, and medical providers to ensure a smooth transition

Who are we looking for

- Flexible part-time, 2 days per week or fractional capacity
- Proven experience in a safety-focused role, ideally within construction or another high-risk industry
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to confidently engage a wide range of stakeholders on health and safety matters while building strong rapport across teams
- Self-motivated and capable of managing multiple priorities independently
- Willingness to travel to various site locations across the metropolitan area
- Demonstrated success in driving a strong culture of safety including OH&S induction and training experience
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of OH&S legislation and supporting regulations and codes and skills and experience in its practical application
- Comprehensive understanding of Workers Compensation and Injury Management regulations

Required

- Certificate 4 or higher qualification in health and safety or related discipline

What's in it for you

Our success is built on the dedication of our team. This role offers a competitive salary, the essential tools, employee discounts and benefits and a dynamic environment where safety first is a core leadership value. Join a supportive culture, enjoy great benefits, and grow in a role that challenges and rewards.

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