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Senior WHS Officer

Senior WHS Officer

Core Talent • WA, AU
14 days ago
Job description

We are currently looking for an experienced Senior WHS Officer to join an established WA-based manufacturing business.

This is a senior, high-visibility position reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, providing the opportunity to take ownership of WHS/HSE initiatives and make a genuine impact across the organisation.

About the Role

You’ll play a key role in maintaining and improving the organisation's WHS/HSE systems, working closely with senior leadership, managers and employees across the business.
Key responsibilities will include:

  • Providing WHS/HSE advice and support across the business
  • Developing and improving safety systems, policies and procedures
  • Conducting workplace inspections and risk assessments
  • Leading incident investigations and corrective actions
  • Supporting injury management and workers compensation processes
  • Monitoring WHS performance, KPIs and compliance
  • Supporting audits, training, inductions and contractor management
  • Driving continuous improvement and a strong safety culture

The role is hands-on and highly visible, so you'll need to be comfortable getting out into the operation, engaging with people at all levels and turning safety requirements into practical outcomes.

About You

We’re looking for a confident and experienced WHS/HSE professional with a practical approach and strong stakeholder skills.

Ideally, you will have:

  • Cert IV in WHS/OHS or equivalent
  • 4+ years' relevant WHS/HSE experience
  • Experience within manufacturing, industrial, engineering, resources or another high-risk environment
  • Strong incident investigation experience
  • Experience with injury management and workers compensation
  • Good knowledge of WHS legislation and compliance
  • Experience developing or improving WHS/HSE systems
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • C Class driver's licence

Experience with auditing, training, ISO systems or environmental compliance will be highly regarded.

What's on Offer?

  • Up to $180,000 p.a + super, depending on experience
  • Permanent position
  • Direct reporting to the COO
  • High level of autonomy and ownership
  • Opportunity to influence WHS strategy and culture
  • Established WA-based manufacturing business
  • Hands-on and varied role
  • Genuine opportunity to make an impact

If you're an experienced WHS/HSE professional looking for your next senior opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

#SCR-antony-wedlock

Consultant

antony.wedlock@coretalent.com.au

Reference number: BH-28315
Profession:ManufacturingManagement

Company: Core Talent
Date posted: 15th Sep, 2026

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Senior WHS Officer • WA, AU