About Us
Container Exchange (COEX) is the not‑for‑profit organisation responsible for operating and growing Queensland’s Containers for Change refund scheme. Since launching in 2018, we’ve kept more than 11 billion containers out of landfill and returned over $1 billion in refunds to Queenslanders, making Containers for Change one of the state’s most impactful environmental initiatives.
Our purpose is to create a better world through our environmental, social and economic impact, and ensure no container goes to waste. Our values guide everything we do: Be proactive · Value others · Work together · Contribute positively · Be transparent. Watch the video below to hear from our COEX team and why we’re proud to be part of the change.
The Opportunity
As our WHSE Lead, you will play a critical role in ensuring COEX’s WHSE standards are upheld across QLD’s container refund network. Reporting to the Manager WHSE, you will lead inspections, incident investigations, WHSE assurance activities and risk assessments that support safe and reliable scheme operations. This is a hands on role that partners closely with scheme operators and COEX teams to uplift safety capability, strengthen governance and embed a culture where safety and compliance are truly valued. Please note: regional travel across QLD is required.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Partner collaboratively with site operators and internal teams to support a strong safety culture
- Conduct WHSE inspections and risk assessments
- Identify emerging WHSE risks and develop mitigation strategies
- Analyse, identify root causes and develop corrective actions
- Prepare WHSE reports with clear insights
- Support the development of WHSE procedures and supporting documentation
- Engage teams to uplift WHSE capability through training and information sessions
About You
Our values are at the heart of our culture. We’re looking for people who share these and are eager to be part of a team that brings them to life. To the role you will bring:
- Passion about sustainability and actively promotes environmentally responsible behaviours
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
- Strong knowledge of WHSE legislation, codes of practice and standards
- Understanding of environmental risk assessment and ability to interpret and apply contractual environmental requirements is desirable
- Experience applying WHSE principles in ideally multi-site or partner based operating models
- Understanding of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL), with desirable experience in Chain of Responsibility (CoR).
- Capability to operate autonomously, apply sound judgement and make informed decisions with confidence
- Experience delivering training, information sessions and WHSE briefings
- Tertiary qualifications in WHSE or a related discipline is preferred
- Flexibility to travel interstate, including remote locations
- Experience in waste, recycling, beverage, logistics or heavy industries is desirable
- Current QLD Drivers Licence, ability to obtain a Blue Card and pass a criminal history check
Why Join Us?
COEX has been certified™ by Great Place To Work Australia, a recognition that reflects both the culture and passion our team brings every day. We are also very proud to have achieved official Inclusive Employer status, awarded by Diversity Council Australia. You’ll be part of a team that is making real environmental and social impact across QLD.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to make a real difference and grow your career with a purpose led organisation, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us ensure no container goes to waste.
