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Work, Health and Safety (WHS) Advisor

Date:  11 Apr 2026
Location: 

Wingfield, SA, AU, 5013

Company:  simsmetalm
Req ID:  6242

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

With a promote-from-within philosophy and a variety of programmes available to support continuous learning, Sims offers the opportunity for a rewarding career. We are committed to the ecologically sound and sustainable use of resources and strive to operate in a manner that minimises waste and protects the environment.

 

Real hazards. Real impact. Are you the WHS Advisor we're looking for?

 

Your new role

You'll play a pivotal role in delivering effective Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) managerial and technical support across Sims facilities throughout the SA/NT region. You will develop, implement, and evaluate risk management programs that ensure a safe and healthy workplace - helping to embed safety as a lived value, not just a compliance requirement.

 

What you'll be doing

  • Identifying hazards and assessing risks, including chemical, physical, and process-related hazards
  • Developing, implementing, and reviewing environmental health and OHS management plans
  • Monitoring and managing programs to minimise workplace and environmental impacts
  • Leading root-cause analysis for significant WHS/EHS non-conformances and providing high-level risk ratings to support data-driven decision-making
  • Act as the primary point of contact for regulators, customers, and vendors regarding inspections and EHS data
  • Managing worker's compensation claims and return-to-work process

 

About you:

  • Tertiary qualification in Environment, Health & Safety (or equivalent work experience)
  • 2-4 years experience advising on safety and health in a high-hazard environment; exposure to environmental compliance is highly regarded 
  • Demonstrated capability in WHS incident investigation and return to work processes
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
  • Current driver's licence and willingness to travel across South Australia and the Northern Territory as required

 

What We Offer

  • Paid Parental Leave - 12 weeks for primary carers, 6 weeks for secondary carers
  • Health Benefits - BUPA discounts for you and your family
  • Wellbeing Support - Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Financial Tools - Tailored superannuation sessions to support your financial future
  • Career Growth - Ongoing learning and internal promotion pathways

 

Interested?

Click ‘Apply' and upload your resume + cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!

 

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organisation whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

At Sims together we are a diverse group of employees who are supported by our equal opportunity policy. To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.

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Why Choose A Career with Sims?

Sims is a hub of innovation, offering employees the chance to explore new ideas and technologies while providing ample opportunities for personal and professional growth.

With a diverse workforce, Sims fosters a sense of belonging and inclusion where employees can thrive and establish lasting connections. Working at Sims offers the chance to engage with a global network, providing opportunities for travel, cross-cultural experiences, and the ability to contribute to a sustainable future. Sims is renowned as one of the world’s leading sustainable companies, empowering employees to make a difference in creating a world without waste to preserve the planet.

Sims prioritizes employee wellbeing, offering superior benefits packages, meaningful training opportunities, and a supportive atmosphere where employees feel valued and heard at all levels of the organization. Sims maintains a strong focus on safety, where individuals are encouraged to challenge themselves, contribute, and support one another, in a collaborative team environment.

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