6 MONTH PARENTAL LEAVE CONTRACTFLEXIBLE LOCATION OF WORK - LISMORE, NORTHERN RIVERS OR RALEIGH, MID NORTH COASTReporting to the Work Health & Safety Manager, you will be responsible for providing WHS advice and assistance to our rural retail and agribusiness sites, and implementing WHS initiatives aligned to the WHS strategy. This is a six-month parental leave contract, with the possibility of extension. This role does require some travel to our rural retail and agribusiness sites to support the implementation of initiatives. What are the WHS Advisor’s key responsibilities? Drive safety culture initiatives to develop employee safety awareness towards a zero-harm culture.Contribute to the achievement of the WHS strategic plan for Norco.Participate in the planning and implementation of WHS audits to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.Assist with the development, implementation and application of WHS policies and procedures.Facilitate risk assessments to ensure risks and hazards are managed.Assist with reporting and investigating incidents, injuries and hazards and the implementation of agreed control measures.Provide support as required to ensure effective and thorough root cause analysis has been carried out and appropriate corrective actions identified and implemented and then re-assess for effectiveness.Review and analyse injury and incident reports and data and develop injury and incident prevention strategies to address trends.Develop and implement WHS communication strategies according to the WHS strategy.Prepare reporting on lead and lag indicators and showcase other safety initiatives.Provide training and guidance to managers employees on the WHS management systems and process deployed across Norco.Ensure WHS committees are being scheduled and undertaken in accordance with established schedules and legislative requirements.Skills and experience required to succeed: Degree qualifications in WHS, HR, Risk Management or similar.Experience in WHS auditing, risk management, investigations and reporting.Experience leading WHS consultation and communication.Understanding of WHS legislation and the ability to apply the knowledge.History of working in continuous improvement WHS framework.Demonstrated ability to develop WHS programs for business improvement.Ability to investigate complaints and disciplinary matters.Current C Class driver’s license.Display behaviours that are consistent with Norco Co-operative’s values of Authenticity, Agility, Diversity and Connection. Why should you join the team at Norco?Celebrate a legacy: Be part of a co-op with 130 years of proudly supporting Australian farmers and communities.Be a part of our professional, passionate, and supportive team.Grow with us: We invest in our people with ongoing learning, career progression, and supportive teams.Flexible work environment - work from home 1 day a week.Real benefits: Staff discounts, EAP support, in-house leadership training opportunities.Be part of a business that values wellbeing, safety, and people-first values.About us:Norco is Australia’s oldest and largest dairy co-operative, with 130 years of hands-on experience in Australian dairy and agriculture. Proudly 100% Australian farmer-owned, we’re built from the ground up by the people who work the land. With two key arms - DairyFoods and AgriSolutions.  We’re here to back our communities and customers every step of the way, staying true to our roots and committed to growing together.Norco AgriSolutionsNorco AgriSolutions have been serving customers since 1948 with 26 stores across NSW and QLD, Animal Nutrition mills and an in-house commodity trading team. We are proud to provide our customers with competitive, convenient, and trusted business solutions, which help add value to their businesses. No matter whether our customers are growing, breeding, or after general or more specific technical advice, our in-store teams are there to help with their subject matter knowledge and expertise. AUD Lismore 2480

WHS Advisor

  • 6 MONTH PARENTAL LEAVE CONTRACT
  • FLEXIBLE LOCATION OF WORK - LISMORE, NORTHERN RIVERS OR RALEIGH, MID NORTH COAST

Reporting to the Work Health & Safety Manager, you will be responsible for providing WHS advice and assistance to our rural retail and agribusiness sites, and implementing WHS initiatives aligned to the WHS strategy. 

This is a six-month parental leave contract, with the possibility of extension. 

This role does require some travel to our rural retail and agribusiness sites to support the implementation of initiatives. 

What are the WHS Advisor’s key responsibilities? 

  • Drive safety culture initiatives to develop employee safety awareness towards a zero-harm culture.
  • Contribute to the achievement of the WHS strategic plan for Norco.
  • Participate in the planning and implementation of WHS audits to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
  • Assist with the development, implementation and application of WHS policies and procedures.
  • Facilitate risk assessments to ensure risks and hazards are managed.
  • Assist with reporting and investigating incidents, injuries and hazards and the implementation of agreed control measures.
  • Provide support as required to ensure effective and thorough root cause analysis has been carried out and appropriate corrective actions identified and implemented and then re-assess for effectiveness.
  • Review and analyse injury and incident reports and data and develop injury and incident prevention strategies to address trends.
  • Develop and implement WHS communication strategies according to the WHS strategy.
  • Prepare reporting on lead and lag indicators and showcase other safety initiatives.
  • Provide training and guidance to managers employees on the WHS management systems and process deployed across Norco.
  • Ensure WHS committees are being scheduled and undertaken in accordance with established schedules and legislative requirements.

Skills and experience required to succeed:

  • Degree qualifications in WHS, HR, Risk Management or similar.
  • Experience in WHS auditing, risk management, investigations and reporting.
  • Experience leading WHS consultation and communication.
  • Understanding of WHS legislation and the ability to apply the knowledge.
  • History of working in continuous improvement WHS framework.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop WHS programs for business improvement.
  • Ability to investigate complaints and disciplinary matters.
  • Current C Class driver’s license.
  • Display behaviours that are consistent with Norco Co-operative’s values of Authenticity, Agility, Diversity and Connection. 

Why should you join the team at Norco?

  • Celebrate a legacy: Be part of a co-op with 130 years of proudly supporting Australian farmers and communities.
  • Be a part of our professional, passionate, and supportive team.
  • Grow with us: We invest in our people with ongoing learning, career progression, and supportive teams.
  • Flexible work environment - work from home 1 day a week.
  • Real benefits: Staff discounts, EAP support, in-house leadership training opportunities.
  • Be part of a business that values wellbeing, safety, and people-first values.

    About us:

    Norco is Australia’s oldest and largest dairy co-operative, with 130 years of hands-on experience in Australian dairy and agriculture. Proudly 100% Australian farmer-owned, we’re built from the ground up by the people who work the land. With two key arms - DairyFoods and AgriSolutions.  We’re here to back our communities and customers every step of the way, staying true to our roots and committed to growing together.

    Norco AgriSolutions

    Norco AgriSolutions have been serving customers since 1948 with 26 stores across NSW and QLD, Animal Nutrition mills and an in-house commodity trading team. We are proud to provide our customers with competitive, convenient, and trusted business solutions, which help add value to their businesses. No matter whether our customers are growing, breeding, or after general or more specific technical advice, our in-store teams are there to help with their subject matter knowledge and expertise.

    If you are ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you!  Please apply now by submitting your resume and cover letter.

    At Norco, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce to create better outcomes for all.

    • Posted Date 30 Jun 2025
    • Location Lismore
      NSW / Australia
    • Industry Human Resources & Recruitment
    • Job Type Contract/Temp
    • Salary Not provided