Health & Safety Advisor (WA/SA/NT)

About JB Hi-Fi

JB Hi-Fi stands among Australia's largest and most respected retailers, known for its passionate, knowledgeable, and approachable team. We specialize in providing the latest in technology, consumer electronics, home entertainment, and appliances, all at competitive prices through over 300 stores nationwide, an extensive online platform, and our commercial sector, JB Hi-Fi Business. Joining JB Hi-Fi means stepping into a dynamic and inclusive workplace where creativity and diverse ideas thrive.

Why Work With Us?

• Engage in a fast-moving environment that values diversity, creativity, and input from all team members.
• Enjoy competitive pay that acknowledges your efforts, which depending on your role, might include generous sales commissions and various rewards celebrating your achievements.
• Benefit from extensive career advancement prospects alongside robust training and development initiatives within the larger JB Hi-Fi group comprising JB Hi-Fi Australia, New Zealand, The Good Guys, and E&S Trading.
• Access fantastic discounts across all JB Hi-Fi divisions, including special VIP supplier prices and promotions.
• Take advantage of 12 weeks paid parental leave for eligible primary caregivers with additional welcome gifts for new parents, and utilize flexible work options including hybrid models where applicable.
• Make use of our Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and well-being resources for employees and their families.
• Participate in our Helping Hands campaign that has raised significant funds for community charities.
• Contribute to our sustainability mission aiming for net zero carbon emissions by 2030 while continuously improving our waste reduction practices.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Health and Safety Team Lead, the Health & Safety Advisor plays a pivotal role in fostering a proactive safety culture by supporting risk management initiatives throughout the company. The position is predominantly field-based within Western Australia, requiring visits to stores 3 to 4 days weekly, with the flexibility to work from home and on location.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the creation and execution of effective safety-related policies, strategies, and procedures to minimize risks, reduce financial losses, ensure legal compliance, and drive ongoing safety improvements.
• Develop and deliver training, coaching, and informational resources to enhance stakeholder understanding of legal safety requirements and obligations.
• Offer expert guidance on workplace health and safety, collaborating with operational teams to identify hazards and apply appropriate controls.
• Lead investigations into workplace incidents and injuries, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence and promote safety enhancements.
• Perform workplace audits and safety observation visits across various business locations.
• Engage with store teams at multiple sites to maintain compliance with safety initiatives and fulfill safety objectives.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with all relevant stakeholders.
• Track safety performance metrics, manage incidents and hazards in designated areas to ensure timely and effective follow-up.
• Proactively identify potential risks and implement controls to maintain compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Provide monthly safety data and analysis for reporting purposes.
• Collaborate with Safety Coordinator to verify compliance of safety standards, risk assessments, audits, training, and incident follow-ups with legislative requirements per state.
• Support various special projects as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Currently pursuing or holding tertiary qualifications in Work Health & Safety or related business fields is preferred.
• Minimum of one year’s experience in roles with significant health and safety responsibilities.
• Demonstrated capability to influence leadership and engage teams to embrace safety ownership and integrate it into daily operations.
• Strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively, managing priorities effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in risk management including conducting safety risk assessments and recommending effective risk controls.
• In-depth knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Acts, Regulations, and relevant regulatory bodies.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills paired with experience investigating incidents, determining root causes, and implementing solutions that enhance safety and operational efficacy.
• Retail sector experience is advantageous.

Additional Information

Your application will be handled with strict confidentiality. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. If interested, even if you do not fulfill every requirement, we encourage you to apply.