HR & OHS Coordinator - People, Safety & Culture
SE Suburbs | Full-time / Part-Time (school hours) or Contract
People. Safety. Culture. Your opportunity to make a real impact.
Are you an emerging HR professional who wants more than a purely administrative role?
This is an opportunity to step into a
hands-on HR & OHS position
where you'll have genuine exposure across recruitment, employee experience, workplace health and safety, compliance and people systems, while working closely with the
HR Manager
and leaders across the business.
About the role
This is a varied HR & OHS Officer position. You'll have genuine exposure across recruitment, employee experience, workplace health and safety, compliance and people systems while working closely with the HR Manager and leaders across the business. You'll play an important role in helping create a workplace where people can perform at their best and go home safe every day.
Key responsibilities
Coordinate day-to-day HR administration and maintain accurate employee records and people systems, including Sage
Support managers with position descriptions, recruitment requisitions and job advertisements
Coordinate recruitment activities, including reference checks and background enquiries
Prepare and maintain employment contracts, HR documentation, position descriptions and Fair Work Statements
Coordinate end-to-end onboarding and induction activities
Manage the casual contractor pool and act as the key contact for recruitment agencies
Maintain confidential employee records and personnel histories with a high degree of accuracy
Assist the Global HR Manager with the delivery of the broader HR strategy
Help develop and implement initiatives that promote a safe, healthy and positive workplace
Conduct regular workplace safety inspections and audits and recommend practical risk controls
Promote safe work practices and a strong safety-first culture
Coordinate safety training programs and support ongoing safety awareness
Plan and co-chair the OHS Committee
Coordinate emergency procedures and preparedness activities
Administer the safety management system,



ensuring safety matters are accurately recorded, monitored and closed out
Review and update safety policies and procedures in consultation with the Global HR Manager
Administer the Rapid Global contractor management system, including inductions, insurance, licensing and compliance requirements
Liaise with contractors and relevant stakeholders to resolve and monitor compliance matters
Coordinate waste management activities across local SDI sites
About you
Recent graduate with a Bachelor of Business, majoring in Human Resources
Certificate IV in Health & Safety
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information professionally
Robust organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
Good numerical and mathematical aptitude
Strong computer literacy and confidence working with systems and Microsoft Office
A practical, solutions-focused approach to HR and safety
Experience within a manufacturing environment (highly regarded)
Experience with HRIS or people management systems, particularly Sage (highly regarded)
Why this role stands out
This isn't a role where you'll be tucked away doing paperwork.
You'll have the opportunity to
build your HR career while developing valuable OHS capability
, working directly with employees, managers, supervisors, contractors and senior HR leadership.
You'll gain exposure to
What you'll bring
We're looking for someone who is ready to take ownership, learn quickly and make things happen.
Recent graduate with a
Bachelor of Business, majoring in Human Resources
.




Certificate IV in Health & Safety
.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information professionally.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
Good numerical and mathematical aptitude.
Strong computer literacy and confidence working with systems and Microsoft Office.
A practical, solutions-focused approach to HR and safety.
Highly regarded
Experience within a
manufacturing environment
.
Experience with HRIS or people management systems, particularly
Sage
.
Familiarity with systems such as
Salesforce or SkyTrust
.
Experience with contractor management systems such as
Rapid Global
.
An understanding of Australian employment legislation, workplace health and safety and Fair Work requirements.
The kind of person who will thrive here
You're someone who:
Cares about people
and enjoys building positive relationships.
Takes ownership
rather than waiting to be told what to do.
Has the confidence to ask questions and the curiosity to find better ways of doing things.
Is commercially savvy and understands that great HR supports great business outcomes.
Can switch comfortably between a recruitment conversation, a safety inspection and an HR system issue.
Is comfortable working with both people and process.
Notices the details others might miss.
Takes safety, compliance and confidentiality seriously.
Lives our values of
Passion, Accountability, Respect, Teamwork and Innovation
.
This is a site-based role that will give you meaningful exposure to the operational side of the business and the people who make it happen.
Ready to build something meaningful?
If you're looking for your next step in HR and want a role where you can
learn, contribute, influence and grow
, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.
Bring your energy, curiosity and passion for people and safety.
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