Australia, Brisbane
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: 2 years
Closing: 08 March 2025

Introduction

*Please check requirements to key elements are met for the role.

Brunel has partnered with an established, Brisbane based Builder Developer looking for a Leading Hand / Safety Office to join their team. This is a full time, permanent role and the initial project is a multi-storey residential build valued at $40m+.

Our client have a strong name in the market for their luxury apartment and commercial developments.

About this role

As the site Safety Officer / Leading hand, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the Health and Safety of site teams ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

  • Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards.
  • Conducting regular site audits to identify and mitigate safety hazards, documenting findings, and recommending corrective actions.
  • Having a strong influence on and being able to manage a diverse range of people.
  • Leading safety meetings to foster a culture of safety awareness, discuss concerns, and reinforce safety protocols.
  • Investigating accidents, near-misses, and safety violations, and providing recommendations to prevent future incidents.
  • Maintaining accurate records of safety inspections, incident reports, training sessions, and safety-related communication.
  • In addition to assisting on site where required.

Is this you?

Requirements:

  • Minimum Cert IV in Workplace Health and Safety or equivalent (REQUIRED).
  • Proven experience within the Australian commercial construction industry working on multi-residential or commercial projects $20m+ (REQUIRED).
  • Knowledge of Australian safety regulations.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • A commitment to promoting a positive safety culture.

Benefits:

  • Strong leadership and site team support system with HSE prioritised.
  • Long term role with room for growth to Safety advisor and management level.
  • Recently fitted-out office in a prime location close to the city and public transport routes.
  • On-site designated parking included.
  • Fun culture with regular after work drinks, sporting events and great on site facilities.

What we offer 

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

How to apply:

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered for this role, please submit your interest using the 'Apply' button.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Sinead Howard on 0420 492 144

Do you have questions?

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Sinead Howard

+61 420 492 144