WHS Manager: Hands-On Safety Leader for Nationwide Ops in Melbourne

WHS Manager: Hands-On Safety Leader for Nationwide Ops in Melbourne

Melbourne Full-Time 72000 - 88000 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead safety initiatives and partner with teams to create a safer workplace.
  • Company: Join Shiperoo, Australia's leading fulfillment network with a focus on innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and a collaborative team environment.
  • Other info: Be part of a values-driven team focused on continuous improvement.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on safety culture in a dynamic logistics setting.
  • Qualifications: Diploma in WHS or equivalent experience; strong communication and influencing skills.

The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.

At Shiperoo, we're building Australia's leading fulfillment network. As our Work Health & Safety Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping and driving safety across our national operations. Reporting directly to the COO, you'll partner with operational leaders and frontline teams to translate safety strategy into practical, real world outcomes. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys being on the floor, building relationships, identifying risks before they become incidents, and coaching leaders to embed safety into everyday decision-making. You'll be instrumental in ensuring we maintain compliance, continuously improve our systems and processes, and foster a culture where safety is everyone's responsibility.

If you're a pragmatic WHS professional who can balance compliance requirements with operational realities, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Partner with leaders across the business to provide practical, risk-based WHS advice and support.
  • Contribute to the development and execution of Shiperoo's WHS strategy, objectives, and annual priorities.
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve WHS policies, procedures, and management systems.
  • Monitor and interpret relevant WHS legislation, regulations, standards, and codes of practice, ensuring ongoing compliance.
  • Identify workplace hazards and develop effective risk controls using the hierarchy of controls.
  • Support safe systems of work, including SOPs, SWPs and risk assessments.
  • Lead and coordinate workplace inspections, audits, and risk assessments across multiple sites.
  • Manage incident reporting and investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
  • Support the management of notifiable incidents and WHS reporting obligations.
  • Coach and influence leaders to build capability, accountability, and positive safety behaviours.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen safety performance and operational effectiveness.

About you

You are a proactive and solutions-focused WHS professional who enjoys partnering with operational teams to achieve meaningful safety outcomes. You bring a practical approach, strong influencing skills, and a genuine passion for creating safer workplaces.

To be successful, you'll have:

  • Diploma in Work Health & Safety (or higher), or equivalent industry experience.
  • Proven experience in a WHS leadership role within warehousing, logistics, fulfilment, manufacturing, or a similar operational environment.
  • Strong working knowledge of Australian WHS legislation and compliance requirements.
  • Demonstrated experience in hazard management, incident investigation, and root cause analysis.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the business.
  • A practical, commercial, and solutions-oriented approach to safety.
  • Experience working with automation or robotics-enabled environments will be highly regarded.

Why Join Shiperoo?

  • Influence and shape the safety culture of a growing national business.
  • Work closely with senior leaders and make a genuine impact.
  • Be part of an innovative logistics and fulfilment company leveraging technology and automation.
  • Join a collaborative, values-driven team focused on continuous improvement.
  • Competitive salary package and career growth opportunities.

At Shiperoo, we're committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace where our people can thrive. Apply now and help us build a safer future as we continue to redefine fulfilment in Australia.

WHS Manager: Hands-On Safety Leader for Nationwide Ops in Melbourne employer: Shiperoo Fulfilment Pty

At Shiperoo, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and values-driven work culture. As a WHS Manager, you'll have the opportunity to influence safety practices across our national operations while enjoying competitive salary packages and ample career growth opportunities. Join us in creating a safer future within an innovative logistics environment that embraces technology and prioritises employee well-being.

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Contact Details:

Shiperoo Fulfilment Pty Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace WHS Manager: Hands-On Safety Leader for Nationwide Ops in Melbourne

Work Health & Safety (WHS) Management
Risk Assessment
Incident Investigation
Root Cause Analysis
Australian WHS Legislation Knowledge
Stakeholder Management
Communication Skills