WHS & QMS Compliance Specialist

The Compliance Manager, North and South Asia is responsible for all aspects of business compliance and reporting. This includes but is not limited to; Radiation Management, Environmental Management, Workplace Health & Safety, Quality Management and Business Regulatory Reporting, in accordance with legislative and regulatory requirements in Australia & New Zealand.

This role involves the establishment, review, management and maintenance of the Management Systems associated with ISO accreditation.

• Review, manage and maintain Smiths Detection Australia & New Zealand Radiation Safety Management Plan(s), Environmental Management Systems, Quality Management Systems, Health & Safety Management Systems, according to the regulations of each state and federal jurisdictions, including ISO accreditation and maintenance (9001, 14001, 45001)
• Establish and maintain all state and federal required company and individual licenses to possess, sell and maintain radiation apparatus and other equipment as required by legislation
• Review, improve and update internal sales and service procedures to comply with state and federal radiation regulations
• Liaise with all government regulators to ensure company compliance regarding notification of events, including but not limited to, product installation, commissioning, de-commissioning, removal, change of company associates etc.
• Maintain control, currency and calibration of Smiths Detection radiation meters and other equipment in accordance with national standards
• Manage preparation for and/or participation in a range of internal/external audits and review processes including those involving certifying bodies, regulators and other government agencies
• Manage compliance of sub-contractors working under the control of Smiths Detection and any other second-party contractual arrangements
• Support preparation for and/or participation in external radiation compliance audits by the Australia Radiation Protection & Nuclear Safety Agency
• Maintain business compliance with all legislative and regulatory requirements across all jurisdictions in Australia & New Zealand, including but not limited to:
  • Establishment, maintenance and management of Master Security Licenses held by Smiths Detection Australia and/or New Zealand
  • Establishment, management, compliance and reporting of all electrical licensing requirements for staff operating across ANZ
  • Other external & internal compliance requirements as dictated by legislation or other means in Australia & New Zealand

A strong background in WHS and QMS compliance and reporting is essential for this role. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing radiation safety management plans, environmental management systems, quality management systems, health & safety management systems, and business regulatory reporting.

They will also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with government regulators and stakeholders at all levels.

A degree in a relevant field such as science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) would be highly desirable.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and make a real difference in the field of WHS and QMS compliance and reporting.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and contribute to the development of policies and procedures that drive business success.

Smiths Detection is committed to creating a workplace culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We welcome applications from candidates who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and encourage them to self-identify in their application.