Careers at Linfox

Here at Linfox we believe together, anything is possible. Use sophisticated technology to deliver everyday essentials and natural resources for Australia’s biggest companies. Work with major customers in retail, healthcare, government and defence. Shape the future of logistics with industry leading innovations in safety, sustainability and efficiency. Create a career to be proud of. Expect all this and more when you join Linfox.

What does the job look like?

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Safety & Compliance Specialist to join our Retail business unit. In this site-based role, you will play a critical part in connecting safety and compliance across multiple operational sites, ensuring our people have the skills, support, and systems in place to perform their roles safely.

Reporting to the National Safety & Compliance Manager, you will partner closely with site leaders and frontline teams, delivering audits, leading incident investigations, and driving a strong safety-first culture across the business. Key areas:

• Support transport and operational compliance, including Chain of Responsibility (CoR), fatigue management and load restraint
• Conduct site audits, inspections, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with WHS legislation and internal standards
• Lead incident investigations using ICAM methodology and identify root causes and preventative actions
• Develop and implement safety systems, procedures, and risk management frameworks
• Deliver training, coaching, and guidance to leaders and operational teams to strengthen safety culture
• Analyse incident trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver safety programs and achieve compliance targets
• Support the rollout of Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) strategies across sites

Are you the one?

You are a hands-on safety professional with experience in transport who enjoys working closely with operational teams. You build strong relationships, influence positive safety behaviours, work autonomously, and are committed to driving a proactive safety culture. You will also demonstrate:

• Experience in transport, with a strong understanding of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL), Chain of Responsibility (CoR) obligations, and transport compliance frameworks
• Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety (mandatory requirement)
• Demonstrated experience in safety management systems, auditing, and incident investigation
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation and the ability to apply legislative and regulatory requirements in an operational environment
• Experience conducting audits, risk assessments, and delivering safety training
• Proven ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to work autonomously and build strong working relationships across operational and corporate teams

What's in it for me?

• 12 weeks paid parental leave and return to work bonus for eligible employees
• Career development opportunities and mentoring programs
• Access to a range of benefits across dining and adventure, travel and health and well-being
• The chance to work in a high-performing team where your contributions truly make an impact

At Linfox, we focus on providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where our people can perform at their best. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and perspectives; with people of diverse genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations and cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples) encouraged to apply. 

Sound like you? Please click the apply button to submit your application and resume.

We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. Linfox is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Further information

You will be required to meet Linfox's employment criteria which will include but not be limited to a criminal history check and full medical with a drug and alcohol test.

To find out more about opportunities at Linfox, visit www.linfox.com/careers