About the role
Walkinshaw Group is a leading player in the automotive sector, known for innovation, quality, and engineering excellence. As we continue to expand, we are looking for a knowledgeable Safety Advisor to join our growing team to create a safer workplace and influence positive change.
As our Safety Advisor, you'll be a visible and trusted presence across the site, partnering with leaders and employees to drive safety performance, manage workplace risks and build a culture where everyone goes home safely every day.
Reporting to the Safety Manager, you'll provide practical, on-the-ground safety support through workplace engagement, incident investigations, risk management and continuous improvement initiatives. Working closely with operational teams, you'll help integrate safety into everyday decision-making while contributing to a proactive and high-performing safety culture.
What You'll Be Doing
Partnering with leaders and teams to identify risks and create safer ways of working
Being a visible presence across the site, providing practical safety advice and support
Leading incident investigations and helping to implement effective corrective actions
Facilitating risk assessments and support the implementation of practical risk controls
Using safety data and insights to identify improvement opportunities
Supporting audits, compliance activities and continuous improvement initiatives
What Impact You'll Have
Building a culture where safety is everyone's responsibility
Empowering leaders to confidently manage risk and make safer decisions
Reducing workplace incidents through proactive risk management and coaching
Driving meaningful safety improvements that enhance both safety performance and operational outcomes
Fostering trust, engagement and accountability across the workforce
What We’re Looking For
Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety (minimum)
Experience in a Safety Advisor, HSE Advisor, Safety Coordinator or similar role
Background in manufacturing, logistics, warehousing or another operational environment
Practical experience in incident investigations and risk management
A confident communicator who can build trust and influence at all levels
A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong problem-solving skills
Passionate about creating safer workplaces and driving continuous improvement
What We Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package, including 2 RDOs per year
Opportunity to work on key business projects
A collaborative environment with strong career development pathways
Interested?
If you're passionate about safety and thrive in a diverse and challenging role, we’d love to hear from you!
Please apply via SEEK by uploading your CV and Cover letter, letting us know why you stand out from the pack and what you can bring to the Walkinshaw Automotive Group and this role.
