We’re excited to offer an opportunity for a motivated Safety Officer to join our team in Gogango, Queensland. This role provides operational Work Health and Safety (WHS) support to the business unit in liaison with the People and Safety Team and will have a heavy focus on new macadamia development activities and macadamia operations.
As a company we are dedicated to investing and managing Australian agricultural assets and providing secure and healthy food production. As a Safety Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our employees, visitors and contractors.
If you are passionate about agriculture, committed to promoting safety through education and support for our farming teams, and willing to engage in hands-on work when needed, this role could be an excellent opportunity for you.

REQUIREMENTS

The following criteria is essential to be successful for the position:

• Certificate IV Workplace Health and Safety or relevant tertiary qualifications highly regarded.
• QLD Return to Work Coordinator Certificate preferred.
• Working knowledge of WHS requirements and processes.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Methodical, logical and practical working approach.
• Strong computer literacy required.
• Good attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to communicate with others effectively.

ABOUT RURAL FUNDS MANAGEMENT:

Rural Funds Management (RFM) is an industry leader managing approximately $2.5 billion in agricultural assets on behalf of retail and institutional investors, including the ASX-listed Rural Funds Group (RFF). We have over 28 years’ experience owning, developing, and operating farms in most Australian states.
At RFM, our culture is built on the core principle of ‘Managing good assets with good people.’ We believe in being precise, offering variety, rewarding effort, and providing a friendly workplace.
Joining RFM means becoming part of a dedicated team of over 250 professionals, including fund managers, finance experts, horticulturists, agronomists, and farm managers. Whether you are seeking a corporate or operational role, RFM has a place for individuals who are passionate about agriculture and finance

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This role reports to the Area Manager and is responsible for:

PRIMARY TASKS:

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our Safety Management System.
• Identify the training needs of workers, ensuring all are provided with information and instructions, and are competent in all areas of their work so they can work safely.
• Participate in the training of workers.
• Monitor Work Health and Safety performance and incidents, including compliance with regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in risk identification, control and management processes with staff and contractors.
• Assist with drafting and development of Safe Operating procedures and other operational safety processes.
• Assist in the contractor engagement and management process, including completion of authority to commence work (ATCW) documentation for contractors, ensure a risk analysis has been completed, collate insurance and safety documentation, enter data in Safe Ag Systems and followed up when required.
• Ensure all contractor onboarding and certifications are current.
• Assist with implementing corrective actions and audit findings.
• Liaise with People and Safety and participate in incident investigation and incident reporting when required.
• Assist with return-to-work activities for injured/ill employees.
• Report any unsafe act or condition and implement steps within control to remedy.
• Maintenance of safety registers, training and induction of staff, induction of contractors, and visitors.
• Maintain Safety records for the business unit within Safe Ag Systems.
• Management of PPE supplies and requirements.
• Participating in Toolbox meetings and managing process.
• Assist the Administration Officer with general administrative tasks, including preparing documents, entering data, maintaining records, and supporting internal communications on an ad hoc basis.
• Support the Operations Team by gathering, organising and maintaining information for reports, ensuring the accuracy and timely completion of required documentation on an ad hoc basis.
• Carry out a range of office duties as reasonably directed, including ordering office supplies, maintaining stock levels, and assisting with other administrative functions to support the business on an ad hoc basis.