Job Description

Workforce Extensions Ballarat is partnering with Plastek Industries to recruit a capable and hands on Safety, Quality & Compliance Officer.

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This is an exciting opportunity to join an established Australian manufacturing business that is continuing to grow and develop. The role will have a broad focus across safety, quality, compliance and continuous improvement, working closely with the production team and management to support the business as it moves into its next stage.

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About Plastek Industries

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Plastek Industries is a well established Australian manufacturer with more than 50 years of industry experience.

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The business manufactures and supplies precast concrete, underground infrastructure and plastic products to the civil, plumbing and construction sectors. With a strong history and an established customer base, Plastek is entering an exciting period of development and growth.

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This is a hands-on manufacturing environment where quality, safety, reliability and getting the job done right are key to the business.

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About the Role

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You'll take ownership of a broad range of safety, quality and compliance responsibilities across Plastek's concrete and plastics operations.

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Working closely with management and operational teams, you'll help maintain existing systems while identifying opportunities to improve processes, reduce risk and strengthen the overall safety and quality culture.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Develop and maintain WHS policies, procedures and systems
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- Conduct workplace inspections, risk assessments,



inductions and safety audits
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- Manage incidents, hazards and corrective actions
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- Deliver safety, quality and compliance training and toolbox talks
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- Oversee quality control processes across production
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- Maintain quality records, documentation and traceability
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- Conduct internal audits and support external and customer audits
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- Monitor compliance with relevant legislation, standards and customer requirements
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- Investigate non-conformances, complaints and process issues
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- Work with suppliers and subcontractors to maintain quality standards
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- Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives
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- Assist with technical and quality requirements relating to new products and projects
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What We Are Looking For

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We're looking for someone who is practical, organised and confident working across both the operational and administrative sides of safety and quality.

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You'll ideally have:

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- Experience in a safety, quality, compliance or similar manufacturing role
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- Strong knowledge of WHS systems, risk management and incident investigation
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- Experience with quality systems, audits and corrective actions
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- Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
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- The ability to communicate effectively with production staff and management
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- A practical approach to problem solving and continuous improvement
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- The confidence to work independently and take ownership
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Experience in manufacturing, concrete, plastics or a related industrial environment will be highly regarded.

📌 Safety, Quality & Compliance Officer (City of Ballarat)
🏢 Workforce Extensions
📍 City of Ballarat