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As our HSEQ Safety Business Partner for Queensland and Northern Territory, you’ll work closely with leaders across the business to influence, coach and empower them to truly own Health and Safety outcomes. You’ll play a key role in strengthening our Safety‑First culture, while still being hands‑on and connected to operations. This role offers variety, autonomy, national exposure and the chance to shape behaviours and systems that protect our people, customers and communities.
Job Responsibility:
Partnering with leaders to embed positive safety behaviours and accountability
Championing and promoting Coates’ uncompromising Safety‑First culture
Driving continual improvement of HSE Management Systems and performance
Supporting incident, hazard and non‑conformance management along with ICAM investigations
Conducting internal reviews associated with Coates Critical Risk requirements and supporting internal/ external audits to relevant ISO standards
Monitoring and analysing safety performance metrics to identify trends and opportunities
Supporting regulatory reporting and liaising with external authorities
Visiting branches across the region on a regular basis to provide on‑the‑ground coaching and safety support
Acting as a subject matter expert and change ambassador across the business
Requirements:
Proven experience in a similar Health and Safety Business Partner or advisory role
Strong working knowledge of WHS legislation, ISO standards and integrated management systems
Experience driving safety culture change and lead‑based safety initiatives
Confidence investigating incidents and recommending practical, sustainable solutions
Excellent communication skills with the ability to educate, coach and challenge leaders constructively
High organisation, planning and problem‑solving capability
Willingness to travel regularly and work closely with operational teams
Nice to have:
Qualifications such as a diploma or degree in WHS, Environment or Quality (or similar), Cert IV in Training & Assessment, risk management or audit qualifications
What we offer:
Development and career progression pathways
Flexible working options available—let’s discuss what works best for you
Access to our employee discounts, benefits and wellbeing program
Purchased additional leave program
Novated leasing and salary sacrifice
12 weeks Paid Parental Leave in addition to government parental leave scheme
Volunteering opportunities through the Coates Foundation