Job Description

Ready to partner with leaders, influence change and help keep our people safe?

If you’re an experienced Health and Safety professional ready to step into a true business‑partnering role, this is your opportunity to make a genuine impact. At Coates, safety isn’t just a priority – it’s a value.

As our HSEQ Safety Business Partner for Queensland and Northern Territory, you’ll work closely with leaders across the business to influence, coach and empower them to truly own Health and Safety outcomes. You’ll play a key role in strengthening our Safety‑First culture, while still being hands‑on and connected to operations.

This role offers variety, autonomy, national exposure and the chance to shape behaviours and systems that protect our people, customers and communities.

More about the role – enjoy real variety!

Reporting to the National Manager – Health and Safety, this role partners with Business Units across Queensland and Northern Territory to provide trusted Health and Safety leadership, advice and support.

Your day will include:

• Partnering with leaders to embed positive safety behaviours and accountability
• Championing and promoting Coates’ uncompromising Safety‑First culture
• Driving continual improvement of HSE Management Systems and performance
• Supporting incident, hazard and non‑conformance management along with ICAM investigations
• Conducting internal reviews associated with Coates Critical Risk requirements and supporting internal/ external audits to relevant ISO standards
• Monitoring and analysing safety performance metrics to identify trends and opportunities
• Supporting regulatory reporting and liaising with external authorities
• Visiting branches across the region on a regular basis to provide on‑the‑ground coaching and safety support
• Acting as a subject matter expert and change ambassador across the business

This is a varied, high‑impact role suited to someone who enjoys influencing, problem‑solving and being visible in the business.

What you’ll get in return

We provide our team with a wide range of perks and benefits, including:

• Development and career progression pathways
• Flexible working options available—let’s discuss what works best for you
• Access to our employee discounts, benefits and wellbeing program
• Purchased additional leave program
• Novated leasing and salary sacrifice
• 12 weeks Paid Parental Leave in addition to government parental leave scheme
• Volunteering opportunities through the Coates Foundation

What you’ll bring to the role

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring a strong mix of technical HSEQ expertise and the ability to influence and engage at all levels.

You’ll have:

• Proven experience in a similar Health and Safety Business Partner or advisory role
• Strong working knowledge of WHS legislation, ISO standards and integrated management systems
• Experience driving safety culture change and lead‑based safety initiatives
• Confidence investigating incidents and recommending practical, sustainable solutions
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to educate, coach and challenge leaders constructively
• High organisation, planning and problem‑solving capability
• Willingness to travel regularly and work closely with operational teams

Qualifications such as a diploma or degree in WHS, Environment or Quality (or similar), Cert IV in Training & Assessment, risk management or audit qualifications are highly regarded.

Looking for more reasons to join Coates?

At Coates, we know that people, organisations and communities thrive when everyone feels valued and included.

We’re proud to be implementing our second Reconciliation Action Plan and are committed to improving gender representation. We also provide opportunities for growth through our leadership and development programs.

But our impact doesn't stop there. Coates supports local and national charities through the Coates Foundation and invests in more sustainable equipment solutions to help create a greener future for all.

Visit careers.coates.com to learn more about our values and opportunities.

Unlock your next career opportunity – apply today!

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our culture. Coates welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to apply.

Coates. Equipped for you.

Internal applicants must formally apply via People Hub and are encouraged to inform and discuss their application with their current manager.