Safety Coordinator - Work Health and Safety

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ALDI Stores Australia seeks a full-time 12-month Safety Coordinator (WHS) in Prestons to drive a safer store and warehouse. You will interpret legislation, lead risk assessments and incident investigations, develop Safe Work Procedures, conduct audits, and support the WHS and Contractor Management Systems while building stakeholder relationships and lifting safety KPIs. The ideal candidate holds a Certificate IV in WHS or higher with proven WHS experience, solid collaboration skills, and a willingness to learn injury management. Benefits include five weeks leave, paid parental leave with super, wellbeing programs, and a salary range of 118,200 to 140,900 plus super. To apply, tailor your resume to show concrete WHS outcomes and investigations, and demonstrate your fit with ALDI’s safety culture.

Company Description

With roots dating back to 1913, ALDI is proud to make a real difference to people across the world by offering top quality products for low prices. ALDI first entered the Australian grocery market in 2001 and has since grown to have almost 600 stores and 8 distribution centres in 5 states.

If you’ve ever shopped at ALDI you know we are not your average supermarket.  We’re also not your average employer. ALDI is a place where you’ll find good people, good purpose and great opportunities. So, you can work with a great team, feel great for making a real difference for everyday Australians and enjoy a rewarding career.

It’s that simple. ALDI Good Different.

Job Description

Join our mission to create a safer, healthier, and more productive workplace as a Safety Coordinator (WHS) within the Safety Department of ALDI Stores, based in Prestons. This is a full-time 12-month fixed term contract position.

This role is integral to the efficient operation of the ALDI Safety Department. You will promote and drive a positive safety culture by supporting operational teams in managing health and safety risks within our Store and Warehouse Operations. Your work will directly impact the lives of our people, promoting a culture of safety that extends beyond the workplace.

What does the role look like? 

• Provide technical guidance and advice on health and safety matters by interpreting legislative requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, periodic audits and site visits, and develop Safe Work Procedures (SWPs) as directed.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders through consultation, training, and development.
• Respond to WHS incidents, actively manage your area of responsibility within the team by using initiative and suggesting ways of improving systems for greater efficiency.
• Assist in the maintenance and periodic review of the WHS Management system, Safety Online and the Contractor Management System.
• Analyse and report on safety data to monitor and review performance against WHS KPIs and targets.

Qualifications

• Previous demonstrated experience in Work Health and Safety (WHS) required.
• Strong understanding of WHS legislative requirements, standards and best practice, and a demonstrated ability to stay informed about changes.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in Health and Safety Risk Assessment and incident investigation.
• Relevant WHS qualifications (Certificate IV in WHS minimum).
• Injury management experience, or a willingness to learn, highly regarded.

Additional Information

• Enjoy 5 weeks annual leave for pursuing your passions outside of work.
• Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work options.
• Support during life’s most important moments including paid parental leave, including superannuation on parental leave.
• Complimentary access to free physiotherapy to treat non-work related aches, pains or niggles.
• Work with a company who has been recognised as an Employer of Choice every year since 2018 - 2024.
• Boost your wellbeing with the MyALDI wellbeing program with discounted access to Fitness Passport and health insurance.

Remuneration

• Transparent tiered salary range of $118,200 - $140,900 including Superannuation.