Safety, Health, Sustainability

ABOUT US

Qube Ports provides port solutions and logistics services with bulk and general handling facilities in over 40 Australian, New Zealand and Southeast Asian ports.

Qube Ports manages 25 sites for the forestry industry in Australia and New Zealand and is also the leading provider of supply chain logistics services to the energy sector, supporting thousands of onshore wells and rig supply vessels, barges and offshore construction vessels annually.

We lead the market in providing purpose-designed solutions for our customers, handling containers, bulk, automotive and general cargo.

BE SAFEis at the core of everything we do. We are committed to creating a safe working environment for our team and clients, ensuring that every operation is conducted with the highest standards of safety and care. Our focus on efficiency means we are constantly optimising our processes to deliver the best results, while our dedication to reliability ensures that our clients can count on us to meet their needs, every time.

Imagine working with a team that is committed to maximising the value of our current services while boldly diversifying into a full suite of in-house transport, and supply chain services. Our operations are data-driven and supported by cutting-edge systems and IT solutions, all managed by a high-performance team dedicated to excellence.

ABOUT YOU

You will be committed to safety in the workplace and be committed to supporting safe and damage free operations. We're proud of our QuBE Safe brand and provide extensive on-the-job training to ensure you get home safely at the end of every day. Qube is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage women and Indigenous peoples of all ages to apply.

Primary Purpose:

The primary purpose of the Safety, Health, Sustainability and Training Advisor (SHST) role is to provide support, education and advice to the site operations team. SHS Management is one of the key deliverables for the business and to demonstrate to the state or territory legislative bodies that they have safety management processes developed and have sufficient rigor to control the business risks and meet the standards established by the relevant Acts and Regulations.

Specific Responsibilities:

SHS

• Assist site personnel in the development of site and task specific risk assessments, operational procedures and work instruction and conduct ongoing reviews of the effectiveness and compliance to risk control measures.
• Develop and/or review the site induction with the respect to both Qube and owner requirements when working on common user sites and with the perspective of employees potentially coming from a varying range of backgrounds.
• Liaise with third party site representatives (Port Authorities, client reps etc) and regulatory bodies for the purposes of undertaking investigations, obtaining key information, conducting joint risk assessments and communicating the Qube SHS Management Plan.
• Drive the established SHS consultation and communications processes, including the WHS Representatives, WHS Committees, and toolbox meetings.
• Provide the site with leadership and assistance in the development of a safety culture and environment which is consistent across all safety-critical functions.
• Develop, implement and monitor the site SHS Management Plans to meet the site performance targets and meet the Business and Corporate requirements.
• Establish, implement and monitor an inspection and audit programme for the sites including all maritime safety requirements, mentor staff in the carrying out of these activities.
• Implement the change management standard when processes change on site and ensure that all change management objectives are meet and complied with.
• Provide advice and support to the site manager ensuring that all legislative and legal obligations are adhered to in regards to WHS and workers compensation.
• Lead, mentor and coach site operations staff on SHS accountabilities to ensure that SHSMS is being implemented effectively on site.
• Providing support to site based management on RTW and Injury Management.
• Undertake analysis of the site SHS performance, identifying trends and follow-up initiatives to address identified current or emerging trends.
• Compile high quality and accurate monthly reporting on SHS performance.
• Provide ongoing advice on best practice SHS by stying current with regulatory and industry SHS matters including legislation, codes of practice, standards and other shared resources.

Training

• Develop and implement site training plans, skills matrices and budgets;
• Schedule, develop and deliver training and assessment programs in consultation with Operations and Labour Managers
• Coordinate necessary training resources at sites
• Manage training records in line with Qube's record keeping processes
• Monitor skill ratings in Microster in consultation with Operations Manager; ensure consistency with training records
• Monitor learners progress and determine when they are ready to be assessed and signed off as competent
• Plan, coordinate and oversee part-time workplace trainers to conduct training and assessment
• Coordinate traineeships
• Close gaps identified in audits
• Provide monthly reports on State training activities

Safety, Health & Sustainability – QuBE Safe Commitment

• At Qube, safety is not just a system—it's part of who we are. QuBE Safe sets the foundation for daily behaviours across our team and reinforces our shared responsibility to ensure everyone goes home safe, every day.

General Responsibilities

• Take reasonable care for your own safety and health and the safety of others.
• Follow all safety and health instructions as specified during induction.
• Use personal protective clothing or equipment provided by the company when applicable.
• Take good care and maintenance of company and client equipment.
• Report any situation at the workplace that could constitute a hazard and that you cannot correct yourself.
• Report any injury or harm to health that arises in the course of, or in connection with, your work—however minor.
• Co-operate as necessary so that the company can meet its SHS obligations.
• Co-operate with rehabilitation programs where required.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Tertiary qualifications in OHS/WHS.
• Minimum TAE Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or its successor.
• A minimum of five years leading on an operational SHS environment.
• Incident Cause Analysis Method (ICAM).
• Experience in the implementation and management of safety management systems.
• Identification and implementation of effective SHS initiatives.
• Ability to develop tactical plans to address safety issues.
• Heavy industry experience (mobile plant, lifting) preferred.
• Return to Work Coordinator.
• High Risk Licence

Key Competencies/Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Leadership.
• Integrity.
• Planning & Problem solving ability.
• Performance and task driven.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

BENEFITS

• Up to 50% off gyms, studios, active wear, healthy meals, supplements, recovery and more through the Qube Fit program.
• Discounted health insurance
• Special paid leave to participate in volunteering activities
• Unlimited access to employee assistance program delivered through Sonder
• Generous paid parental leave
• Access to Qube wellbeing program

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that is experiencing rapid growth and continued leadership. Apply now