Health & Safety Business Partner

Work. Are you passionate about providing Health and Safety business partnering advice? If you are, come and join the Health and Safety team as our Health and Safety Business Partner, in the Pioneer Bowen Basin region, based out of Mackay (Walkerston Office), Moranbah or Collinsville.

Reporting to the Health and Safety Operations Manager, you will provide support in relation to the management of health and safety risk, provide expertise in training and assessment, ensure fit for purpose systems and procedures are in place and embedded to provide optimal outcomes. You will also find new ways to embed contemporary health, safety and training practices and lead by example and take ownership of difficult issues. 

At Sunwater, you’ll join a purpose‑driven organisation that values your contribution, encourages your initiative and supports your growth - because here, you’re not just stepping into a job, you’re becoming part of something bigger.

Key responsibilities include:

• Establish and maintain robust processes for monitoring health and safety performance, including the measurement of lag and lead indicators, implementation of assurance programs and provision of timely reports to stakeholders.
• Develop and implement contemporary HSE management strategies, objectives and targets in partnership with Line Management with the aim of creating a culture where there is individual and team commitment to and demonstration of safe work practices.
• Assume a lead role in educating, training and coaching local and regional teams in relation to health and safety risks and management strategies.
• Oversee the Injury Management (including Psychosocial injury Management) function for local and regional business units including the development of return-to-work plans.

You will bring:

We are looking for a Health and Safety Business Partner with outstanding communication, consultation and collaboration skills, supported by strong capabilities in leadership, change management, mentoring and delivering training. You will bring proven initiative, self‑direction, solid business acumen, and well‑honed analytical and problem‑solving abilities. Your expertise will enable you to develop effective strategies and practices that minimise Health and Safety risks across the organisation.

This is a full-time opportunity, available for an immediate start, based in our Pioneer Bowen Basin Region, at either Mackay (Walkerston Office), Moranbah or Collinsville. This role offers an attractive base salary starting from $145,346, plus 12.75% superannuation and 17% leave loading.  Note – due to the nature of this role, regular travel will be required. 

Water.  Imagine a career where your work truly matters, where you are part of a tea that values you and your contributions. At Sunwater, you will bring life’s most essential resource to over 5,000 agriculture, urban and industrial customers, helping to sustain communities and drive water for prosperity across regional Queensland. We share the values of these communities — starting with caring about our people. Engage in fascinating work that is constantly evolving, allowing you to grow and shape a successful career and develop unique skills and experience in an industry brimming with opportunity.

Life.  At Sunwater, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to providing the support, resources, and benefits that you need to thrive. That's why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best every day, including:

• My benefits: Access employee benefits and discounts hosted by Reward Gateway
• My wellbeing: Prioritise your wellbeing with our comprehensive health and wellness offerings and programs
• My time: Enjoy flexible working arrangements and the ability to purchase up to 4 additional weeks of leave, ensuring you can tailor your work to fit your lifestyle
• My growth: We prioritise your professional growth with career development programs, study assistance, support for professional memberships, and structured early career pathways to help you build a rewarding and successful career

Now is the perfect time to join Sunwater and take advantage of the boundless opportunities for your career today and in the future.  We are a diverse team and proud of the unique journeys and stories each of us brings. As we continue to grow, we need more diverse backgrounds and perspectives than ever before. We are committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, please let us know so we can ensure you can fully participate in our recruitment experience, which includes reference verification, psychometric testing, background checks and a pre-employment medical evaluation to ensure the best fit for our team.

Sunwater acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of this country and Traditional Custodians of the land and water we rely on. We respect and value their continued sacred connection to Country, including the diverse, rich traditions, languages and customs that are the longest living in the world. 

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