Geelong, South West Coast VIC (Hybrid)

Occupational Health & Safety (Human Resources & Recruitment)

Full time

OHS Consultant Geelong & Regional Victoria

SMARTin Safety is an industry leading occupational health and safety consulting firm, servicing Geelong, Melbourne and South Western Districts of Victoria.

To support our next phase of growth, we are looking to create the new role of OHS Consultant.

This position will report to the Managing Director and be directly responsible for:

- Lead and manage health and safety functions for client projects / activities
- Implement and maintain client Safety Management System and project-specific safety plans
- Provide visible leadership and coaching to site teams and subcontractors
- Conduct risk assessments, incident investigations and safety audits
- Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, Codes of Practice and project requirements
- Facilitate toolbox talks, training, inductions and safety meetings
- Monitor safety performance, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives
- Build strong working relationships with the client and regulatory bodies

Other Responsibilities:

- Delivering the WorkSafe Victoria OHS Essentials Program
- Developing a range of safety management system documentation including (but not limited to):
- Policies & Procedures
- SWMS
- Site Safety Documentation
- Emergency Management Plans




- Psychosocial Risk Assessments and Prevention Plans
- Traffic Management Plans
- Completing internal and/or 3rd party audits and inspections
- Delivering training programs including SWMS training, and OHS general awareness

To be successful in the role, you will be able to demonstrate your ability to meet the key criteria as outlined below:

- Tertiary qualification in OHS or relevant field
- AIHS Certification (or willingness to work towards)
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a construction OHS advisory / consulting role
- Sound knowledge of Victorian legislation, standards and guidelines related to OHS
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to lead, influence and drive positive safety behaviours on site
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong attention to detail

The following attributes are desirable:

- Cert IV in Training and Assessment
- Previous experience in a consulting or serviced based business

If this prospect excites you and you would like to work as part of a growing team, please send your resume to [email protected] with a covering letter referencing SIS907 and outlining why you would be suitable for this role, by specifically addressing the key criteria above.

📌 OHS Consultant (Geelong)
🏢 SMARTin Safety
📍 Geelong