Workplace Health and Safety Specialist

**Introduction**:
Thanks for considering embarking on a journey with Pillow Talk We call it a journey because for many of our colleagues that’s exactly what it’s been. Whether you’re interested in a horizontal or vertical career path, the opportunities at Pillow Talk are abundant - not even the sky is the limit.

By way of brief introduction, we are a well-established, on-trend home décor and linen retailer. From humble beginnings (some 47 years ago), we’ve scaled to 68 stores across Australia and we're still growing Our inspiration is drawn from the love and pursuit of comfort and immersing this beautifully simple concept into the lives of our customers. Home really is where the heart is, and for those of you who join us, that’s just how you’ll feel - at home

**Description**:
Now is your opportunity to be part of the Pillow Talk Fabric, by joining us in this highly exciting newly created Workplace Health and Safety Specialist role based at our enviable brand new Darra Head Office. As a Safety and Wellbeing Specialist at Pillow Talk, you’ll be responsible for supporting with all aspects of operational health and safety and continuing to make Pillow Talk a safe and people focused place to work.

A bit about the role...

Supporting leaders with all operational safety activities, including risk management, and the maintenance of all safety documentation
Leading all safety incident investigations, supporting leaders to ensure that all incidents are well understood, with clear root cause analysis, and that all outcomes and actions are managed and tracked
Seeking out opportunities to support and educate leaders on WH&S practises, focusing on empowering all leaders to manage their safety obligations
Working with the Head of People and Culture, supporting with the build and deployment of strategic WH&S goals
Providing pragmatic health and safety advice and recommendations that are aligned with our organisation and industry standards, and always put our people first
Regularly monitoring the regulatory environment, ensuring that any changes in relevant legislation, regulations, codes of practice and/or any other governance requirements is captured, reviewed and shared as appropriate
Reviewing all hazard management activity (including psychosocial) to ensure that a current risk register is maintained
Working with leaders to instil a continuous improvement and recognition based culture with regard to safety activities, focusing on evolution of capability

A bit about you...

Experience within a health and safety operational role at the specialist level, ideally within the retail sector (or similar)
Degree/diploma or equivalent experience in WH&S, with standalone experience desirable
Thorough understanding of employment and WH&S legislation (nationally)
Ability to coach business leaders on health and safety related matters including incident management, risk assessments, Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs), and injury management
Contemporary thinker, and dynamic in your approach to handing a broad range of WH&S activities
An influencer who is highly personable, confident and with an outstanding ability to develop interpersonal relationships across the business

Why we think you should consider joining the Pillow Talk Tribe
- Competitive salary, which is open to experience
- 60% store discount after qualifying period - T&C’s apply
- Free onsite parking
- Free access to onsite gym
- 100% Australian-owned and operated company
- One of the largest linen and homewares specialists in the country
- Opportunities for further learning and career growth
- Warm, friendly and supportive work environment
- Passionate and knowledgeable team
- Family values and a culture of inclusivity and belonging

We are a Circle Back Initiative employer, which means we commit to responding to every person who expresses interest in working for us.

Pillow Talk are dedicated to equal opportunities for all and we aim to ensure no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment because of, or is disadvantaged by, any conditions or requirements that aren’t justifiable, therefore please do let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made ahead of your interview.