We currently have an opportunity for a Zero Harm Business Partner (WHS Advisor). Join our Zero Harm team to support the Base and Estate Management contract and play a key role in providing expert Health & Safety technical advice, management system guidance and practical support to leaders and staff across the business unit. Reporting to the Zero Harm Manager, you'll help deliver high-quality outcomes that support our essential services.
What You’ll Do
This role offers a broad scope, with key responsibilities including:
- Act as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert on all Zero Harm related matters, providing guidance and support to leaders and employees.
- Facilitate the development of a Zero Harm leadership culture within the business unit, that is focused on manger-led delivery of positive Zero Harm outcomes.
- Support delivery and implementation of the Zero Harm Strategy and ensure performance objectives/outcomes are achieved within agreed timeframes.
- Work closely with Line of Business leaders, contract managers and employees to ensure understanding and adherence to safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Facilitate professional and timely investigation of incidents within business areas or lead complex investigations utilising ICAM or equivalent methodology.
What You’ll Bring
- Practical experience within a Workplace Health & Safety or OHS related role.
- A formal work health and safety qualifications (Diploma or Degree qualified in relevant discipline)
- Trained in ICAM or equivalent investigation methodology.
- Strong skills/experience in conduct of risk assessments and verification of site safety management plans.
- Conduct of WHS/OHS management system and/or environmental management system audits, within the past 2 years. Hold or ability to obtain a Defence Security clearance.
More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.
Why Downer?
At Downer, we plan, create, and sustain essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. From hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships, we manage critical infrastructure that keeps communities thriving.
What It Means to Belong at Downer
We’re proud of our high-performance culture and commitment to diversity, offering:
- Training and development to support and diversify your career.
- With 30% of vacancies filled internally you’ll find real opportunities to advance your career.
- Perks@Downer: healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more.
- Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most.
Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.