At a Glance
- Tasks: Support health and safety initiatives across retail stores and distribution centres.
- Company: Join KMD Brands, a leader in outdoor lifestyle and sports.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a focus on innovation and wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in creating safe and healthy workplaces.
- Qualifications: Health and Safety qualifications and experience in a fast-paced environment.
The predicted salary is between 69750 - 85250 $ per year.
KMD Brands is a global outdoor, lifestyle and sports company, consisting of three iconic brands: Kathmandu, Rip Curl and Oboz. KMD Brands forms a global outdoor group that creates high-quality products designed for purpose, driven by innovation, and best for people and planet. All products in KMD Brands are made specifically with the outdoors in mind, from Ocean, Snow, Mountains - whatever search you are on.
About the role...
Based at our office in South Melbourne, we are searching for a Health, Safety & Wellbeing Specialist to join the KMD Brands team. The primary purpose of this role is to support the implementation of our global health, safety and wellbeing framework and ensure compliance across our support offices, retail stores and distribution centres in Australia and New Zealand.
Day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Ensuring compliance with WHS legislation and internal policies
- Supporting incident reporting and investigations
- Facilitating risk management and hazard identification activities
- Coordinating audits and compliance programs
- Leading health and safety committee meetings and stakeholder engagement
- Managing injury reporting, workers compensation and return-to-work processes
- Supporting wellbeing initiatives aligned with our HSW strategy
- Delivering inductions, emergency drills and training
- Preparing internal and external reports and documentation
- Providing technical advice and coaching to leaders
- Supporting system transitions and finance-related projects
- Fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement
About you...
You’re passionate about creating safe, healthy and positive workplaces. You bring formal qualifications in Health and Safety at Work, along with experience in a similar role – ideally within retail or a fast-paced, multi-site environment. You’re confident working across teams, managing competing priorities, and driving meaningful change. You have strong communication and organisational skills, a strategic mindset, and a genuine desire to make a difference. Experience with MS Office and safety databases is essential, and a current driver’s license and reliable vehicle for travel between sites is required.
How to apply...
KMD Brands is committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Submit your CV here and join us.
Health and Safety Consultant in Melbourne employer: KMD Brands Limited
KMD Brands is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture, encouraging collaboration and innovation within its Group Finance team. This role not only offers the chance to engage with senior stakeholders and influence strategic decisions but also provides ample opportunities for professional growth in a global retail environment. With a commitment to continuous improvement and a focus on meaningful insights, KMD Brands ensures that employees are valued and empowered to make a significant impact.
