Health and Safety Operations Specialist

2 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Penske Full time

About Penske:

Penske is a leading distributor of premium power systems solutions from MTU, Detroit, and Allison, and the distributor of Western Star, Dennis Eagle, and MAN trucks and buses.

With over 1300 employees across Australia and New Zealand, we operate across some of the most dynamic on- and off-highway markets in the country.

We're seeking a Health and Safety Operations Specialist to join our Australia and New Zealand team, based in Wacol with regular travel to our locations across SEQ.

The successful candidate will report to the Group HSE Manager and serve as a consultant to the business on health, safety, and environment-related issues.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drive and demonstrate HSE leadership with managers and employees to ensure everyone understands, believes, and connects with HSE matters on a personal level.
  • Build strong relationships with managers and employees to engage people in HSE practices and a safety culture for Penske's Australia and New Zealand business operations.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain a Management System that matches Penske's, legislative, and ISO requirements in Workplace Health & Safety (WHS), Environment.
  • Provide an effective Risk Management approach to ensure best practice WHS and Environmental management for Penske's business operations.
  • Ensure HSE policies and procedures are embedded in Penske's business operations.
  • Assist in the implementation of Wellbeing strategies across the Penske business operations.

About You:

  • Relevant tertiary or equivalent qualification in OH&S – Minimum Diploma OH&S.
  • Certificate IV in Workplace Training & Assessment (desired, not essential).
  • Qualified Rehabilitation and Return to Work Coordinator.
  • Certified IMS Auditor (preferred).
  • Incident Lead Investigator trained (ICAM preferred).
  • Minimum of 7 years working experience with WHS and Environmental systems.
  • Experience in implementing and maintaining best practice WHS and Environmental programs.
  • Good knowledge and understanding of federal and state legislation related to WHS and Environment.
  • Experience in Rehabilitation and Return to Work programs.
  • Proven experience managing Workers Compensation/ACC, including claims, policies, and procedures.
  • Ability to train and coach managers and employees on Safety and Environment programs including Workers Compensation/rehabilitation.
  • Established competence in auditing (preferred but not mandatory).
  • Experience in managing external stakeholders, contractors, and apprentices.
  • Knowledge and experience in Wellbeing and successful implementation of such programs.

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary range of $100,000 - $120,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • Accredited Training & Development Programs.
  • Commitment to providing the highest levels of safety, technical, and leadership training.
  • Reward and Recognition Programs.
  • Employee Referral Program - generous employee referral fees.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Family Friendly Benefits including Paid Parental Leave.
  • Access to Discounted travel, health insurance, and motor vehicle benefits.


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