Facilities, Maintenance, and OH&S Officer

The Company
Our client, a large cold storage provider with a vast network of offices across Australia, is looking for a critical member to join their team. We are in search of a strong, data-oriented leader.

Your role involves supervising the day-to-day operations of the cold storage facility, ensuring its efficient, cost-effective operation, maintenance, and improvement of all services offered by the asset.

The commitment is not only to deliver quality products but to do so in a manner that aligns seamlessly with the operational efficiency and convenience priorities of their valued clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the supervision of repairs and preventative maintenance schedule/program for equipment within a temperature-controlled food storage facility.
• Perform necessary minor repairs and maintenance tasks within the facility as needed.
• Conduct the induction, coordination, and supervision of contractors engaged in specialist repairs and maintenance at the facility.
• Support the site management team by facilitating capital works/major projects.
• Create and execute strategies to enhance site safety and establish optimal practices by implementing standard operating procedures.
• Fulfill and deliver hazard and incident reporting forms to the OH&S team within specified deadlines and communicate any instances of lost time injuries.
• Organise and carry out safety audits, aid in investigating incidents to identify root causes, and support the implementation of corrective measures as required.
• Maintain records and disseminate pertinent safety communications such as monthly safety packs and company-issued safety alerts.
• Coordinate and execute risk assessments while implementing necessary risk mitigation measures.
• Guarantee the enforcement and adherence to standard contract management processes.
• Work closely and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the team.
• Monitor and identify sales trends and analysis of sales forecasts with a focus on increasing profitability.
• Contribute to the business financial performance through labour management, profitable sales, inventory management, and expenses.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• General knowledge across facilities, maintenance, and trades (refrigeration would be advantageous).
• Demonstrated leadership strength.
• Strong ability to collaborate cross-functional.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and time management.
• Proficiency in navigating complex challenges and making decisive choices amidst pressure, supported by a steadfast work ethic.
• Proficiency in ensuring that staff comprehensively grasp and adhere to the prescribed Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Advanced knowledge of HACCP, OH&S regulations, and cold storage principles.
• Strong computer literacy.
• strong experience in using hazard and incident reporting systems.
• Qualification in a relevant industry trade of 3+ years would be an advantage.
• NOTE: This role is based in Western Sydney.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please phone Ria Cortes on 0400 508 904 or you can apply directly using the link provided.