Our Health & Safety Business Partner role is an exciting opportunity to play a role in a global Work Health & Safety (WHS) strategy for one of Australia’s leading, ASX 100 retailers

As Australia’s largest retailer of lifestyle products, with nearly 300 stores worldwide, Harvey Norman® has been a part of almost every Australian’s shopping experience. Whether getting the latest electronic gadgets, or furnishing your first home, Harvey Norman® is the place where you can shop with confidence. 

About the role
You may know us for our retail Brand but did you know that Harvey Norman operates globally across a range of industries and occupations. In this role, you will support the development and implementation of key deliverables of the health and safety framework and strategy across a variety of H&S risk profiles including warehousing, logistics, construction, manufacturing, asset management and retail, operating across 8 countries internationally.

Located in our offices in Homebush West, you will lead the recommendation and adoption of the health and safety framework and strategy, into retail franchisees across Australia. You will partner with a variety of stakeholders including retail franchisees, warehouse teams, and corporate executives to influence, impact and build safety capability across the business.

You will also;

• Support, monitor and promote a proactive approach to the maintenance and implementation of the global Framework and Strategy through the application of the H&S Management system within Australia.
• Support the delivery of the Health & Safety Framework and Strategy
• Lead the development and implementation of the recommended Health & Safety Framework and Strategy for the retail franchisees
• Complete action plans, provide detailed reporting and data analysis along with communicating findings to the business
• Be a trusted partner and provide practical advice to deliver safety standards in partnership with regional teams
• Drive improvements in safety outcomes by educating best practice and legislation
• Provide leadership through your interactions across the business

About you
You are a strong communicator who is passionate about Health & Safety and enjoys working across a variety of tasks to support the large-scale transformation. You will have;

• Suitable experience in a work health and safety role
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the application of health and safety legislation
• Experience in working in project roles or change programs
• Experience working in an organisation with multiple sites and stakeholder groups
• The ability to manage competing priorities and timeframes
• Proven experience in writing reports, analysing data, and communicating findings
• Ability to communicate and influence a wide variety of stakeholders
• Relevant qualifications or training in Health and Safety or related discipline
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What's in it for you
A career with us can provide you with:

• Experience working within a diverse, unique and successful Company that is constantly evolving and innovating
• A friendly, supportive, and flexible work environment that fosters growth and development
• Homebush West location with free on-site parking or an easy 10-minute walk from Flemington train station
• Great discounts on retail products
• Competitive salary + opportunities for salary packaging & novated leasing
• Discounts on products, services, and events with partners
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees

If you are inspired by the opportunity to work with us, please Apply Now!

Please note that only people with the right to work in Australia should apply for this position.  

Recruitment Agencies – thank you for thinking of us, however we do endeavour to fill our opportunities through direct channels wherever possible. If we find that we do need agency assistance, we’ll be in touch.