Are you ready to make a difference in the world of Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE)? As a SHE Advisor at AstraZeneca, you'll provide vital operational support to our Commercial Business Units across Australia and New Zealand. This role is your chance to manage day-to-day SHE operations, support key stakeholders, and assist in managing business risk profiles effectively.

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines, primarily for the treatment of diseases in four therapy areas – Oncology; Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism (CVRM); Respiratory & Immunology (R&I); and Rare Disease.

We build our own capabilities by collaborating with world-renowned scientists and academic institutions, and partner with like-minded, science-led companies.

Here you have the trust and accountability to operate. We run fast, working across multiple functions – taking full responsibility and seeing things through.

What You'll Do

Join us part-time at 0.6 FTE for a contract of up to 3 months and be part of something impactful!

Reporting to the SHE Lead, you'll enjoy a high degree of autonomy while having access to team support when needed. Based in Sydney, this national role covers both corporate office and field staff, with a special focus on Injury Management.

• SHE Program Implementation: Plan and implement Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) programs across the commercial business to ensure compliance with SHE legislation and AstraZeneca's Global SHE policies.
• Injury Management: Manage AstraZeneca’s injury management process, including the accurate reporting of work and non-work-related events.
• Workers Compensation: Provide support in managing workers compensation claims by collaborating closely with medical practitioners, rehabilitation suppliers, and workers compensation insurers.
• Compliance Audits: Conduct SHE policy, procedure, and process reviews and audits to ensure alignment with global standards and local legislation.
• Guidance and Support: Guide Line Managers in processing workers compensation claims and implementing Return to Work programs.
• Driver Safety Management: Oversee the driver safety policy and handbook, ensuring compliance by relevant employees.
• SHE Policies and Processes: Assist in reviewing SHE policies and processes by identifying and incorporating required changes based on legislation updates and recommendations.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Tertiary or formally recognised qualification (University or TAFE) in the area of occupational health and safety (Cert 4 in WHS)
• RTW Coordinator Certificate
• Injury Management experience.
• Understanding of WHS management system components, methodology and relevant standards and codes of practice.
• Sound knowledge of Australian Legislation.
• Strong communication, engagement, interpersonal skills for all levels of the organisation.
• Experience working with senior leadership team and people leaders.

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• RTW Coordinator training
• Minimum of 3 years working in a commercially focussed business.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.