Senior Safety Advisor

Why Hofmann Engineering?

We are a premier Australian-owned engineering company delivering innovative solutions across mining, defence, aerospace, and energy sectors. With one of the country's largest privately run apprenticeship programs and ongoing investment in technology and training, we offer a supportive, fun, and inclusive workplace where employees can grow and achieve their career goals.

We don't just build components — we build people.

About the Role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Safety Advisor to join our Safety Department on a full time basis.

Reporting to the Group Safety Manager you'll be responsible for leading and implementing safety, health and environmental programs across the equipment - manufacturing workshop.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Promote and maintain a positive safety culture across all levels of the workshop.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety performance and engagement.
• Implement and monitor compliance with company WHS policies, Safe Work Procedures (SWPs), and Job Hazard & Environmental Analysis (JHEAs).
• Conduct random safety inspections of workshop areas including contractors working in Hofmann sites.
• Support internal and external WHS audits, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Lead Job Safety and Environmental Analyses (JSEA), Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), and hazard identification.
• Manage incident investigations and root cause analyses, ensuring lessons learned are communicated and actions completed.

•   Oversee risk assessments for new equipment, processes, and materials.

•   Advise on machine guarding, isolation, hazardous substances, and confined space entry.

•   Support internal and external HSE audits and implement corrective actions to address findings.

What is on Offer?

Highly competitive remuneration package.

Onsite parking and no FIFO – be home every night.

Exclusive employee perks: Onsite gym, physiotherapy, and social club.

Christmas shutdown and family-friendly working hours.

What do you bring?

• Appropriate WHS Qualifications – Diploma or higher in Work Health and Safety (BSB51319 or equivalent).
• Certificate IV in Assessment and Workplace Training ( desirable).
• Minimum 3-years' experience in a manufacturing or heavy workshop environment.
• Strong knowledge of the WHS Act 2020 and associated regulations.
• Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
• Proficiency in risk assessment, incident investigation, and safety auditing.
• ICAM or TapRooT investigation training (desirable).
• High Risk work lisences (desirable).
• Above all else - Drive, Energy, and a solution-focused approach are the skills we look for.

Why This Role Is Different

With workshops and offices covering over 18 acres in central Bassendean the successful applicant will have the chance to be part of one of the largest manufacturing companies in Australia. Your experience will help shape the next chapter in Hofmann Engineering's future.

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