NHG - Safety & Wellbeing Specialist

1 day ago

Brisbane QLD, Australia New Hope Group Full time $120,000 - $140,000 per year

New Hope Group (NHG) is a proudly Australian owned and operated diversified energy company, based in Southeast Queensland for more than 60 years. While our core focus is on coal, we also have interests in agriculture, oil, and port operations.

New Hope Group is seeking a passionate and experienced Safety & Wellbeing Specialist, based in Brisbane Corporate Office, to support our Group-level safety and wellbeing strategies across our Queensland and New South Wales operations. This is a dynamic role that blends strategic thinking with hands-on support, offering the opportunity to make a real impact in a high-risk industry.

About the Role

As part of our Safety & Wellbeing Team, you'll play a key role in enabling our business to identify, assess, and manage health and safety risks. You will collaborate with site teams, deliver training, support injury management, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance our safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide expert advice and practical support on health and safety risk management.
  • Develop and improve procedures, tools, and monitoring systems tailored to operational needs.
  • Build strong relationships with site teams, leaders, and external stakeholders.
  • Support injury management and return-to-work coordination.
  • Deliver health-related training and briefings on emerging wellbeing topics.
  • Participate in incident investigations and learning reviews.
  • Contribute to audit plans, assurance activities, and strategic safety initiatives.
  • Prepare clear, concise reports for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Maintain confidentiality and manage health-related information in line with privacy obligations.

What You'll Bring

Essential:

  • Diploma or tertiary qualification in WHS, health, science, psychology, or related field.
  • Demonstrated experience in WHS, health risk, or wellbeing programs in high-risk industries (e.g. mining, energy).
  • Injury management and return-to-work coordination experience.
  • Familiarity with WHS assurance frameworks and safety systems.
  • Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and report-writing skills.
  • High-level computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and SharePoint.

Desirable:

  • Understanding of WHS legislation in QLD (CMSHA/CMSHR) and NSW (WHS Act & Mining Regulations).
  • Certified Rehabilitation Coordinator or equivalent experience.
  • Knowledge of occupational hygiene and health surveillance programs.
  • Experience with H&S software platforms and risk registers.

Why Join Us?

This role will give you the chance to develop your technical and professional skills through meaningful and challenging work that will have a tangible impact to the organisation. You will receive development opportunities and be a valued member of a friendly, professional team.

Our employee benefits include discounted health insurance, salary packaging and self-education assistance. This is a great opportunity to join our professional and friendly team at New Hope Group.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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