Safety Manager
- Lead all health, safety and wellbeing initiatives across the logistics site.
- Drive continuous improvement of safety systems and ensure compliance with WHS legislation.
- Deliver safety training and promote a proactive safety culture.
The Company
Our client is a leading logistics organisation with a strong presence across Australia. Operating a large-scale distribution and warehousing network, they are committed to maintaining the highest standards of workplace health and safety while fostering a positive and proactive safety culture.
An opportunity exists for an experienced Safety Manager to join the team on an initial six-month assignment.
The Role
As Safety Manager, you will take ownership of all health, safety and wellbeing activities for a major logistics site. You will partner closely with operational leaders and frontline teams to drive continuous improvement, support compliance, and embed a strong safety-first culture across the facility.
This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced safety professional who is confident working in a fast-paced operational environment and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
Duties:
- Lead all health, safety and wellbeing initiatives across the site.
- Provide expert advice and support to leaders, supervisors and employees on WHS matters.
- Drive continuous improvement of safety systems, policies and procedures.
- Conduct site inspections, audits and risk assessments to identify and mitigate workplace hazards.
- Lead incident investigations and ensure effective corrective and preventative actions are implemented.
- Monitor safety performance metrics and identify opportunities to improve outcomes.
- Manage contractor safety and ensure compliance with site requirements.
- Deliver safety training, toolbox talks and coaching to leaders and employees.
- Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, company standards and industry best practice.
- Promote and maintain a positive, engaged and proactive safety culture.
Skills & Experience
- Previous experience in a Safety Manager, HSE Manager or Senior Safety Advisor role.
- Experience within logistics, warehousing, transport, manufacturing or other operational environments.
- Strong knowledge of Australian WHS legislation and safety management systems.
- Proven experience leading safety programs and driving cultural change.
- Strong incident investigation, risk management and hazard identification capabilities.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to influence, coach and support leaders at all levels of the organisation.
- Relevant qualification in Workplace Health & Safety or a related discipline.
- ICAM or equivalent incident investigation training highly regarded.
Benefits
- Immediate start available.
- Initial six-month contract with potential for permanency.
- Opportunity to work for a recognised logistics industry leader.
- Autonomous role with genuine influence on site safety performance.
- Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture.
For More Information
Here at Miller Leith we are open to having a conversation about your next career move. For a brief, confidential discussion, please contact Izabela Skrodzka at izabela@millerleith.com.au or 0431 008 580.
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Consultant
izabela@millerleith.com.au
Reference number: 7765
Profession:HSESafety Leadership & Strategy
Company: Miller Leith
Date posted: 31st Aug, 2026
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