Job Description

Project Haulage Australia is an established, family-owned transport company specialising in interstate open-trailer, project and oversize freight throughout Australia.

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Based at our Yatala depot, we employ more than 25 people and operate a fleet of approximately 100 vehicles, comprising company-owned trucks and trailers together with regular subcontractors and tow operators.

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We are seeking an experienced Safety & Compliance Officer to oversee our workplace safety, heavy-vehicle compliance and accreditation systems.

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This is a practical, hands-on position working closely with the directors, operations team, drivers, subcontractors and workshop. An interest or experience in HR and employee management would also be highly regarded.

Key responsibilities n

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Maintain PHA's safety management and heavy-vehicle accreditation systems.
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Monitor fatigue, maintenance, mass, dimension and load-restraint compliance.
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Support OSOM permit applications, route planning and access-condition compliance.
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Conduct workplace inspections, internal audits and driver compliance reviews.
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Investigate incidents, near misses and compliance breaches.
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Coordinate driver inductions,



toolbox meetings and refresher training.
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Manage corrective actions and maintain appropriate compliance records.
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Monitor regulatory changes and communicate relevant requirements to the business.
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Support subcontractor and tow-operator compliance.
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Provide the directors with a concise weekly safety and compliance update.
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About you nn
Experience in heavy-vehicle transport safety or compliance.
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Sound knowledge of the Heavy Vehicle National Law, Chain of Responsibility and WHS requirements.
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Experience with fatigue, maintenance, load restraint and restricted-access vehicles.
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Robust communication, investigation and recordkeeping skills.
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A practical and approachable style, with a willingness to work directly with drivers and mechanics.
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Relevant safety, auditing or incident-investigation qualifications are preferred.
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Experience with NHVAS, HVA, WAHVA or OSOM operations would be highly regarded.
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Human Resources experience or qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential.
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📌 Safety And Compliance Officer City Of Gold Coast
🏢 Project Haulage
📍 City of Gold Coast