Crawfords is looking for a HSE & Compliance Support Administrator to join our Gracemere team on a permanent part-time basis with the potential of a full-time position.
About Us
Crawfords Freightlines (Crawfords) is a privately owned and operated transportation and logistics company with operations in road, rail, sea, and warehousing. Crawfords operates a network of 3 sites across Eastern Australia. Founded in 1989 in Singleton, and now headquartered in Newcastle, Crawfords vision is to be a leading integrated rail and road freight-line marketplace for the mining sector, manufacturing, dangerous goods and agricultural business across the Eastern Australian regional corridor.
About the opportunity
Tasks will include, but are not limited to:
- Facilitating onsite training and driving compliance through the Safety Management System (SMS),
- Providing driver training and support in the use of Teletrac Navman systems, including monitoring and conducting daily compliance checks relating to fatigue, speed, and driver compliance requirements,
- Assisting in the implementation and ongoing compliance requirements aligned to the NHVR Master Code and Chain of Responsibility obligations,
- Maintaining and updating employee certifications, competencies, training records, site audits, and ad-hoc compliance audits,
- Carrying out truck and trailer audits, site inspections, and compliance inspections to ensure adherence to company policies, legislative requirements, and safety standards,
- Assisting in the reporting, recording, and investigation of incidents, hazards, and non-conformances, including the implementation and monitoring of corrective actions,
- Conducting random, for-cause, and post-incident drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policies and legislative requirements,
- Reviewing and authorising driver timesheets and related payroll compliance documentation,
- Leading, mentoring, and supporting employees to develop and maintain a positive and proactive safety culture across the business,
- Liaising with the Safety and HR Departments regarding compliance requirements, policy updates, and regulatory changes,
- Providing first-class customer service to both internal and external stakeholders via phone and email communication, and
- Undertaking other duties as required to support and maintain a high level of safety and regulatory compliance across the business.
About you
- Exposure to Safety Management System or Human Resource Information System (Safety Culture or Employment Hero preferred)
- Knowledge of National Heavy Vehicle Law, BFM, DG regulations desirable but not essential
- Background in Transport or Safety industry desirable
- Have a great attitude towards new challenges & professional development
- Have high attention to details and strong organisational skills
Minimum Training and Experience Requirements
- Minimum Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety (WHS) / Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) or equivalent.
- Minimum two (2) years’ experience in a similar role with transferable skills relevant to the transport/freight industry.
- Highly regarded previous experience working with Dangerous Goods.
- Strong willingness to learn and drive safety and compliance aligned to the objectives of the business.
The Perks
- Permanent Part Time role
- Gracemere location with on-site parking
- Relaxed depot office environment (boots & jeans!)
If you have a great attitude and want to advance your career in safety come and join a strong and growing team, we would love to hear from you! Please send your cover letter and resume to us outlining your suitability for the role by clicking on ‘Apply now’.
Due to the large number of applications; only successful candidates will be contacted. (e.g., NEBOSH, Cert IV in WHS) are highly desirable.
