WHSE Officer (Automation)

TL;DR

WHSE Officer (Automation): Providing leadership and operational oversight for health, safety, and environmental performance across ANZ sites with an accent on compliance, risk management, and safety culture development. Focus on driving continuous improvement, managing regional crisis response, and leveraging WHSE systems to mitigate hazards in warehousing and automation environments.

Location: Must be based in Sydney or Melbourne, Australia

Company

hirify.global is a global industry partner for intralogistics solutions and a leading supplier of automated storage solutions and material handling systems.

What you will do

• Develop and implement regional WHSE strategies aligned with global objectives and local legislation.
• Oversee regional risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations to ensure root cause mitigation.
• Lead environmental stewardship initiatives to reduce waste, emissions, and resource use.
• Act as the APAC regional safety system owner for Quentic, providing data insights and technical support.
• Collaborate with senior management, HR, and external authorities to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Foster a strong safety culture through tailored training programs and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

• Minimum 5–7 years of professional experience in WHSE.
• Professional WHSE certifications (e.g., Cert IV in WHS, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, or OSHA).
• Strong knowledge of ANZ WHSE laws, acts, and global standards.
• Experience using Quentic or similar WHSE management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple sites with a hands-on operational approach.
• Strong communication skills to engage stakeholders from frontline workers to executives.

Nice to have

• Industry-specific experience in automation, warehousing, or intralogistics.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to lead regional safety strategy for a global organization.
• Engagement with diverse teams across Australia and New Zealand.
• Focus on professional development and safety leadership.
• Collaborative environment working with operations and HR leadership.