Health and Safety Business Partner

Job description

Embed safety in real operations—partner with teams, influence outcomes, and help protect critical infrastructure nationwide. WHY BAI COMMUNICATIONS It’s an exciting time to be part of BAI Communications. Building on our achievements in broadcasting, telecommunications and critical communications, we continue to expand our operations, helping connect people and support communities. We operate one of the world’s most extensive broadcast networks, delivering fully managed television and radio services to 99% of the Australian population. During crises such as natural disasters, national broadcasters depend on BAI to maintain vital communications, while emergency services trust us to keep them connected and informed. As 5G technology transforms connectivity, BAI is leveraging global experience to enable comprehensive coverage in challenging environments—buildings, tunnels, stadiums, and high-density areas. This expertise positions us at the forefront of intelligent, connected infrastructure development across Australia. Our acquisition of Titan ICT has strengthened our mission-critical capabilities, adding deep expertise in mining, resources, and energy industries. This expansion enables us to deploy robust solutions across Australia’s most demanding operational environments. Discover more through BAI360, our virtual tour platform. LET’S EXPLORE THE ROLE As a Health & Safety Business Partner, you’ll work closely with operational leaders and project teams to embed practical, effective safety practices across a dynamic national environment. Supporting a defined business line, you’ll provide hands-on guidance across field operations, projects and service delivery activities—ensuring risks are identified early, controls are implemented effectively, and safety remains front of mind. From site visits and coaching frontline teams through to supporting audits, systems and incident investigations, you’ll play a key role in continuously improving safety performance and strengthening our safety culture. Key Responsibilities: • Partner with operational leaders to embed risk management into planning and delivery • Support project start-up activities, including review of risk assessments and safety documentation • Conduct site visits, inspections and field interactions to coach and influence safe behaviours • Lead and support incident investigations, identifying root causes and driving corrective actions • Contribute to ISO audit preparation, internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives • Maintain and enhance HSE management system documentation, tools and processes • Analyse safety data and contribute to reporting, insights and performance improvement • Support contractor safety processes, onboarding and compliance activities LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU You’re a proactive H&S professional who thrives in operational environments and enjoys building trusted relationships across field teams and leadership. You bring a practical, solutions-focused approach and can confidently translate safety requirements into real-world application. You’ll bring: • Experience in health and safety within telecommunications, construction, infrastructure or similar multi-site operations • Strong understanding of WHS legislation, risk management and industry best practice • Demonstrated capability in incident investigation, including identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions • Experience supporting audits and working with integrated management systems such as ISO 45001 • Confidence conducting field inspections, audits and safety interactions with frontline teams • Strong skills in risk assessment, hazard identification and control implementation • Ability to interpret and communicate safety data, trends and insights • Well-developed written communication skills for reports, investigations and safety documentation • Proficiency across Microsoft 365 tools and experience with safety or incident management systems • Qualifications such as a Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety are essential, with further study or auditing qualifications highly regarded. • Australian Citizenship status is essential to Baseline Vetting requirement BENEFITS & CULTURE At BAI, we value diversity and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse communities, people with disability, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. Guided by our principles—One BAI Team, Customer First, Adapt and Learn, and Drive Sustainable Growth—we create an environment where you can thrive. Why join us? • Inclusive culture supported by a DEI strategy, Champion Network, Diversity Council membership, and regular events. • Strong focus on development with a performance framework and LinkedIn Learning access. • Flexible work options, gender-neutral parental leave, study and volunteer leave. • Recognition programs for high performance and peer appreciation. • Corporate discounts and novated leasing via SG Fleet. • A referral program that reflects our positive culture. BAI is committed to inclusive recruitment. If you need adjustments or alternative application options, please contact recruitment(at). Want to learn more? Hit apply now! #OneBAIteam #CustomerFirst #DriveGrowth #Adapt&Learn #LI-BAI #Hiring #baipeople Agencies, please note: All BAI vacancies are managed by our internal Talent Acquisition Team. 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