With over 17 years of experience in Work Health and Safety (WHS), risk management, and regulatory compliance, Ben Dahmke helps businesses create safer workplaces through practical, effective solutions. He specialises in developing and implementing contemporary safety frameworks, risk mitigation strategies, and compliance systems across industries such as government, mining, rail, manufacturing, retail, hospitality, and logistics.

As a strategic advisor and WHS consultant, Ben has successfully led safety audits, risk-based reviews, accreditation programs, and digital system implementation - helping organisations improve workplace safety culture, achieve compliance, and align with ISO 45001 and ISO 9001 standards. His work has directly contributed to self-insurance license renewals, regulatory approvals, and scalable WHS frameworks.

Ben is passionate about collaborative leadership, employee training, and fostering a culture of accountability. His expertise includes partnering with executive teams, frontline workers, and regulators to mitigate risks, optimise safety systems, and protect both people and businesses.

Key Experience & Projects

Government & Regulatory Compliance: Led independent audits for the South Australian Government's Audit and Verification System (AVS) to assess WHS maturity and compliance for self-insured public sector agencies.

Rail Industry Safety & Accreditation: Played a key role in the transition of the Adelaide Metropolitan Passenger Rail Network (AMPRN) back into public ownership, working with private enterprise, government agencies and regulators to secure ONRSR Safety Accreditation.

Digital Safety Management Systems: Developed and implemented online Safety Management Systems to improve WHS reporting, hazard identification, and risk assessment processes.

How Ben Can Help Your Business

• Workplace Safety & Risk Management: Develop and implement customised WHS strategies, ensuring compliance with ISO 45001, 9001, and 14001.
• Psychosocial Risk Management: Address workplace psychosocial risks through best-practice frameworks.
• Project Management: Guide businesses through WHS considerations at every project stage, from planning to completion.
• Audits & Compliance Reviews: Conduct WHS compliance audits, gap analyses, and safety inspections.
• Risk Assessments & Training: Facilitate risk assessments, helping to develop processes and support through a train the trainer approach.
• Incident Investigation: Conduct thorough investigations using ICAM methodology to identify root causes and prevent future incidents.
• Return to Work Programs: Support businesses in minimising the impact of work-related injuries and illnesses through structured return-to-work strategies.

Qualifications & Certifications

• Lead Auditor in OHS ISO 45001:2018 & ISO 19011:2018
• Diploma of Workplace Health & Safety
• Diploma of Security & Risk Management
• ICAM – Critical Incident Investigation
• Cert IV in Training & Assessment
• Accredited Mental Health First Aider
• Cert IV in Transport & Warehousing
• First Aid Certification

Professional Memberships

• Member, Australian Institute of Health and Safety