Who you can hire
Need a role that is not listed? Tell us what you need and we will find the right person.
Get off the WHS hiring roundabout
Safety roles are advertised in their thousands, but there are very few truly skilled WHS specialists available. Too often the result is:
- You hire in a rush and end up with a poor fit.
- The hire damages your culture and reputation, then leaves.
- You go months with no WHS support, then start hiring again.
Contract personnel take the pressure off. Bring in an experienced person for the project, the leave period or the gap while you recruit properly, with no hiring headaches and no long-term contract.
Request a quote
Hire by the week, by the month or for a set project, with no lock-in contracts. Every arrangement is quoted to suit the role, the site and how long you need someone.
What our advisors can help with
The WHS generalists, safety, risk and audit advisors we supply can take on work across:
- Health and safety: hazard management plans, safe operating procedures, SWMS, document development and document and system reviews.
- Risk management: policies and procedures, risk registers, broad-brush risk assessments, risk workshops and critical control management.
- Compliance: policies and procedures, internal audits, system development, obligation registers and compliance plans.
- Training: toolbox talks, training presentations, VOC development, induction training and risk management training.
- Incidents: policies and procedures, investigation procedures, incident and investigation support, and incident trending and analysis.
- Emergencies: policies and procedures, emergency response plans, business continuity plans, drills and scenario planning, and continuous improvement.
Industries we work with
Mining and resources, local government, schools and childcare, community services, manufacturing, construction, utilities and energy, healthcare, transport and logistics, aged care, agriculture and not-for-profits.
About us
Orana Skills Centre is a workplace health, safety and risk management consultancy specialising in operational and strategic risk management, critical control management, incident investigation, audits and compliance. With more than 25 years of experience across diverse industries, we bring big-business expertise to practical solutions for businesses of every size.
Frequently asked questions
What is contract safety personnel?
Experienced safety, risk, audit and emergency people you hire for as long as you need them: for a project, a shutdown, leave cover, or to backfill a role while you recruit. They work as an extension of your team, without the overhead of adding full-time staff.
Which roles can we hire?
WHS generalists, safety advisors, risk advisors, auditors, return to work advisors, emergency services officers and site medics. If you need a different role, ask us.
How is this different from hiring someone or using a consultant?
Hiring involves recruitment, onboarding and long-term costs, and consultants usually deliver a set piece of work. Contract personnel work as part of your team, on site or remotely, for as long as you need them, without the overhead or commitment of a permanent role.
Will you replace our existing safety team?
No. Contract personnel complement your existing team: they fill gaps, cover leave and keep things running during transitions, so your safety and compliance program stays on track.
What businesses do you work with?
Businesses of all sizes, across industries including mining, construction, logistics, healthcare, manufacturing and professional services. If you are not sure what you need, request a quote and tell us about the work.
Can you support operations in other regions?
Yes. Many advisory roles can be done remotely or partly remotely. For on-site roles, tell us the location when you request a quote and we will confirm availability.
How is the price worked out?
Every arrangement is quoted on the role, the site, the hours and how long you need someone. Request a quote and we will come back to you within two business days.
Is it cheaper than hiring a full-time safety professional?
Yes, significantly. A full-time safety and risk professional involves a salary, recruitment fees, onboarding and ongoing overheads. Contract personnel give you expert support for a fraction of the cost, without the long-term commitment, and cover your own people when they take leave.
How do you work with our team?
Your contractor works with your leadership and safety teams, within your own systems and procedures, as part of your team.
What if we only need support for a short time?
That is fine. You can hire someone for as long as you need, from a few days for a shutdown to several months of leave cover or backfill.
Can you match someone to our industry?
Yes. We match people with experience in your industry and the regulations that apply to your sector.
Do you help when an incident happens?
Yes. Our people provide expert guidance during and after incidents. See also incident investigation.
Need someone now?
Tell us the role, the site and the dates, and we will match you with the right person. For urgent cover, call 1800 231 173.
