WHS Administrator

About us

Codan Limited is a global group of electronics and engineering businesses that develop rugged and reliable hardware, software and embedded systems with a reputation for performance, quality, and reliability.

We provide world class metal detecting, communications, safety, security, broadcast, and productivity solutions to some of the harshest environments on earth. We achieve this by providing a diversified range of high value-added electronics products through the design, development, manufacture, and marketing of innovative technology solutions. 

We have a truly global footprint with offices in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, Dubai, Ireland, Mexico, Singapore, the UK and the USA. We sell our products in over 150 countries to customers such as global government, business and corporate, NGOs, aid and humanitarian organisations, security and military groups, public safety, emergency response, broadcast and consumer markets.

We deliver innovation, wherever you are.

About the Role

This is a part-time position (33 hours per week) with flexibility on days and hours to suit the successful candidate.

As the WHS Administrator, you will provide essential administrative support to ensure the effective coordination and maintenance of Codan's Work Health and Safety (WHS) programs across our global operations. This role focuses on the day-to-day management of WHS systems, documentation, reporting, and compliance processes to help maintain a safe and well-governed workplace.

You will be responsible for the accurate upkeep of WHS records, preparation of reports, coordination of training activities, and administration of incident management and compliance systems. Working closely with the HR team, managers, and the WHS Committee, you will help ensure all safety-related documentation, policies, and systems remain current and compliant with relevant legislation and company requirements.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Maintaining and updating WHS registers, documentation, policies, and training materials.
• Preparing and distributing regular WHS reports, data summaries, and updates for the Codan Group and relevant internal forums.
• Administering WHS systems, including SharePoint, SuccessFactors, and incident management tools, ensuring data accuracy and version control.
• Coordinating WHS training programs, maintaining attendance records, and following up on completion status.
• Assisting with the documentation and tracking of incident reports, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Supporting the HR and WHS teams with administrative tasks related to policy reviews, audits, and reporting cycles.
• Providing administrative coordination for safety initiatives and continuous improvement activities across Codan's global operations.

About You

You are a detail-oriented and organised administrative professional with experience supporting workplace health and safety, HR, or compliance functions. You have a strong ability to manage documentation, maintain accurate records, and coordinate multiple tasks within established processes and timelines.

Your strong communication and coordination skills allow you to liaise effectively across departments and levels of the organisation. You are confident working with WHS systems and tools such as SharePoint and SuccessFactors (or similar), and you take pride in ensuring data integrity and procedural compliance.

Most importantly, you are proactive, reliable, and committed to supporting Codan's goal of maintaining a safe, compliant, and well-managed workplace.

Benefits and Culture

Our culture is supportive and collaborative. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team where we share our ideas and innovation is strongly encouraged.  We are looking for someone with genuine passion and can-do attitude for what they do.

Our Head office is located in Mawson Lakes offering a spacious, modern facility, free secure onsite parking, easy access via public transport, and an onsite subsidised café. We also have recreational facilities including a gym, basketball and tennis court, as well as various game tables. Additionally, our staff are provided flexibility to meet the demands of family life, a child-friendly parenting room, and a variety of staff events to connect with colleagues across the Codan Group.

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