Junior WHS Coordinator

Please note that due to the max term nature of this role, successful applicants will be engaged via a Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA) approved agency partner and not via VGA directly. Otherwise you will be working onsite/ hybrid at VGA as per typical working arrangements.

About Our Company
Volkswagen Group
is one of the world's leading automobile manufacturers, employing more than 600,000 people globally and selling its vehicles in more than 150 countries. The wholly-owned subsidiary has its National Sales Centre based in Sydney home to some of Australia's most recognisable brands which include Audi, CUPRA, Skoda and Volkswagen.

About Your New Role
This is a 24 month contract based in our Zetland head office and visiting our Chullora facility from time to time. In this role you will strongly support Work health and safety, Securities and Facilities for the group across multiple sites. This role sits within the Human resources function and works closely with the business stakeholder groups to ensure all 3 areas are adhered to in a compliant manner.

Your Main Responsibilities Will Include

• Implement and maintain robust security measures and protocols for all facilities, assets and all staff including contractors (including surveillance systems, access control and incident response plans)
• Ensure safety of employees, customers, visitors and company property is upheld
• Enforce and continually improve current WHS policies, procedures and practice within industry regulations and global guidelines
• Conduct safety audits and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards
• Efficiently allocate resources to meet operational needs while monitoring expenses to maximise cost effectiveness
• Ensure adherence to all relevant obligations and commitments related to product compliance and environmental compliance and management systems

About You
To succeed in this role, you will need to possess the following:

• Educational background in Business Administration, Facilities Management, Occupational Health and Safety or related discipline
• Fire warden and first aid training preferred
• Proven work experience across Facilities, WHS or Similar experience in demonstrated safe workplace protocols
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to liaise with a variety of audiences clearly and concisely
• Strong attention to detail, time management and organisation skills
• Willingness to learn and expand your skillset and broaden knowledge in a resilient manner

Our Benefits, Rewards And Recognition Include

• A culture of continuous learning, growth and development. You will receive access to LinkedIn Learning and personal development opportunities which is why over 30% of our vacancies are filled by internal candidates
• Additional leave including VGA Day paid leave day, birthday leave and paid parental leave of up to 20 weeks
• Discounts on Audi, CUPRA, Škoda and Volkswagen car purchases
• Free entry to Dubbo and Taronga Zoo for you and your family
• Work in an award winning state of the art newly refurbished building recognised by Master Builders Association Australia – our offices include onsite parking and a convenient location with close proximity to a train station

If this sounds like the role and place for you to drive your career to great heights with a world-class organisation,
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Volkswagen Group Australia is an equal opportunity employer in each jurisdiction that it operates. We encourage and value applications from all diverse perspectives, experience and backgrounds.

To support our desire to create a local talent pipeline, this role is only available for individuals who have permanent work rights in Australia.

Successful applicants will be required to complete background checks through our external provider as a condition of employment.

If we can provide support with access requirements throughout the recruitment process or answer any role specific enquiries please reach out to the VGA Human Resources Team via email at .