Advisor, Safety

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Yarra Trams requires a Safety Advisor within the Health, Safety and Sustainability function. Reporting to the Safety Manager, this role involves:

• Providing support, coordination and advice relating to Rail Safety and OHS practices, systems and procedures
• Conducting Rail Safety and OHS audits and inspections
• Identifying workplace hazards and leading the development and implementation of prevention programs
• Implementing occupational health and safety and rail safety procedures based on approved company policies in the areas of health, safety and rail safety
• Providing Health and Safety and rail safety specialist advice and technical input to deliver, ensuring legal and contractual obligations / risks are identified and communicated appropriately
• Monitoring hazards and event trends to input into the overall Health & Safety prevention programs
• Assisting in providing specialist advice on Safety Interface coordination, worksite protection and accreditation requirements
• Performing all duties in accordance with Yarra Trams policies, processes, systems and procedures

About you

Ideally you will have:

• Tertiary studies in an appropriate Technical, Safety or Risk related discipline
• OHS Safety and / or Rail Safety management experience
• Detailed knowledge of Rail Safety Management Systems, IMS/SMS procedures & Safe Working methods and their application
• Experience and knowledge of leading a contemporary Rail Safety practice and models.
• Knowledge of the application of management systems and procedures in the operational context for Rail.
• Experience in risk management procedures and processes
• Knowledge of system, procedure and high risk activity auditing compliance and reporting procedures and processes.
• Knowledge of Rail Accreditation requirements across all permissions and jurisdictions

Why Yarra Trams?

At Yarra Trams, we foster a workplace grounded in respect, celebrating diversity and embracing inclusivity. You'll also enjoy the following benefits:

• A free travel pass for Victoria's Public Transport Network
• Competitive salary and great conditions
• Professional development
• Career growth opportunities
• A commitment to your health and wellbeing including free flu vax, discounted gym membership, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental Leave for primary caregivers

About Yarra Trams

Yarra Trams is proudly operated by Yarra Journey Makers, a joint venture between Transdev Australia and John Holland. We work with the Department of Transport and Planning, alongside its transport agencies and operators to provide a fully integrated, sustainable transport service for the people of Melbourne.

We're all Journey Makers, connecting people and communities across Melbourne. We're committed to caring for each other, our passengers, and the communities we serve. Our Diversity & Inclusion Strategy is a key pillar and as an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and encourage candidates of all ages, those with disabilities, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage to apply.

Please note, our selection process includes pre-employment checks, such as a police check and a medical assessment. Yarra Trams employees are required to adhere to Yarra Trams Policies and Procedures such as, but not limited to, Health and Safety Policy, Equal Employment Opportunity & Workplace Bullying Policy, Drug and Alcohol Management Program Policy (including drug and alcohol testing programs).

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