If your inbox is packed, your site is humming, and your hazard register is getting a workout, this one’s for you.
The Champions of Safety Awards are rolling into the Workplace Health & Safety Show in Sydney, and they’re all about shining a bright light on the people who keep everyone else out of harm’s way. Presented live on Wednesday 22 October, these awards celebrate the folks who turn good intentions into safer shifts and healthier teams.
By reading on, you’ll walk away with three things you can use today: the key dates to plan your nomination, the categories that fit your people, and a simple next step to put a quiet achiever on a very public stage.
- Entries close Friday 5 September
- Finalists are announced Monday 22 September
- Winners take the stage in Sydney on 22 October.
No guesswork, no maybes, just clear targets.
What the awards recognise
Three categories keep it simple and sharp. Rising Star celebrates emerging talent with serious potential. Pioneer salutes the trailblazers pushing new methods and fresh thinking. Icon honours the seasoned pros whose impact is baked into how we all work. Which label best fits your standout?
The awards sit inside the WHS Show, which means big reach, real credibility, and a room full of peers. A respected judging panel features leaders from across the profession, including Safety Champion Software founder Craig Salter, Dr Martin O’Neil, Kurt Warren, Amanda Anderson, Christina Knorr, Samantha McGolrick, and Mike Hagan. That is a serious cross‑section of expertise assessing every entry on its merits.
At Safety Champion, we are excited to back the celebration of safety excellence this year! We aren’t just a name on a banner; as a B Corp certified Australian software team, we’re dedicated to helping businesses of all sizes implement practical and compliant safety programs. We’ll be at the Sydney show, and we invite you to swing by our stand! We’d love to share insights and discuss what’s working well in the field. Looking forward to connecting with you!
Let’s spark a little friendly debate
Who in your crew quietly mentors everyone else and never asks for credit? Who took a messy incident trend and flipped it with one smart control? Which frontline star should be on the big screen this October? If you’re hesitating, what would it take for you to hit submit right now?
You’ve got dates in the diary, categories to guide your pick, and a platform that puts safety people front and centre at the WHS Show in Sydney. Recognition like this boosts careers, attracts fresh talent to the profession, and shows your organisation stands up for what matters.
Take five minutes today to explore the awards page, check the criteria, and start your entry. Your future Rising Star, Pioneer, or Icon will thank you. Investigate the details and nominate your champion now.
