The NSCA Foundation has announced its impressive lineup of 42 finalists across eleven categories for the 2025 National Safety Awards, proudly supported by HSI Donesafe as the leading sponsor for the event, recognising Australia’s leading organisations for their exceptional commitment to workplace health and safety excellence.
The finalists were carefully selected by industry judges based on their outstanding demonstration of innovation, commitment to safety as a core business priority, proven return on investment, and leading work health and safety standards within their respective industries.
Awards Ceremony Details
The winners of this prestigious 32nd Annual National Safety Awards of Excellence will be revealed at the Awards Gala Dinner on Thursday, October 23, 2025. The evening will be hosted by television personality Peter Mochrie as Master of Ceremonies, with entertainment provided by the Baker Boys Band following the awards presentation.
Registration is now open for organisations and safety professionals who wish to attend this celebration of work health and safety excellence.
2025 Award Categories and Finalists
Category 1 – Best Continuous Improvement of a WHS Management System
Sponsored by ecoPortal
The following organisations have demonstrated exceptional progress in systematically improving their workplace health and safety management systems:
- Commonwealth Bank of Australia
- Gold Coast Health
- Metcash Trading Ltd
- Southern Ports
- West Beach Parks
Category 2A – Best Solution of a WHS Risk (Small-Medium Business)
Sponsored by Stowe Australia
- Aaro Group
Category 2B – Best Solution of a WHS Risk (Large Business)
Sponsored by Stowe Australia
Large organizations recognized for innovative risk mitigation strategies include:
- City of Parramatta Council
- Downer Energy & Utilities
- Energy Queensland
- Service Stream
- University of Sydney
Category 3 – Best WHS Training Program
Sponsored by Fire & Safety Australia
These organizations have developed exemplary training programs that effectively educate and engage their workforce:
- City of Parramatta Council
- Downer Group (Social Infrastructure & Citizen Services)
- Monash Health
Category 4 – Best Communication of a Safety Message
Sponsored by Ansell
Finalists in this category have excelled at effectively communicating critical safety information:
- Gold Coast Health
- Service Stream
- Zinfra
Category 5 – Ian Chisholm Award for Best Individual WHS Achievement
This prestigious individual recognition honors outstanding personal contributions to workplace safety:
- Sirr Christoffersen – Auckland Transport
- Rick Fox – Frank Capability Leaders
- Ben Kirkridge – Gamuda Australia
Category 6 – Best Safety Leadership Program/Initiative
Sponsored by HSE Global
Organizations demonstrating exceptional safety leadership include:
- JF Hull Holdings
- Southern Ports
- Spark NEL
- Toll Group
Category 7 – Best Health & Wellbeing Program
Sponsored by GIO Workers Compensation
These finalists have implemented comprehensive programs supporting employee health and wellbeing:
- Auckland Transport
- Pacific National
- Santos
- University of Sydney
Category 8 – Best Return & Recovery at Work System
Sponsored by GIO Workers Compensation
- Gold Coast Health
- Metcash Trading Limited
Category 9 – Best Solution for Managing Psychosocial Hazards at Work
Sponsored by Opus Centre for Psychosocial Risk
Recognizing innovative approaches to addressing mental health and psychological safety:
- Emergency Management Victoria and Cognition Evolve
- Western Health
- Windlab
Category 10 – Best WHS Commercial Product or Service Innovation
Sponsored by ProVisual
This category celebrates cutting-edge products and services advancing workplace safety:
- Anchored Height Safety
- Carelever
- Dredge Robotics
- Freight Cyber
- Intelligent Inventions International
Category 11 – Best Safety Team
Sponsored by Steadfast Workplace Risk
Outstanding safety teams recognized for their collective excellence:
- Gold Coast Health
- Infrabuild
- Lendlease – Construction, QLD/NT
- QBuild
Pinnacle Award
The ultimate recognition, the Pinnacle Award winner, will be selected from among all category winners and announced at the Gala Dinner, representing the absolute pinnacle of safety excellence in Australia.
Industry Impact and Recognition
The National Safety Awards of Excellence serves as a benchmark for work health and safety standards across Australian industries. The diverse range of finalists—from healthcare organizations and financial institutions to construction companies and technology innovators—demonstrates the widespread commitment to safety excellence across all sectors.
The awards particularly highlight the growing focus on psychosocial hazards, innovative technology solutions, and comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, reflecting the evolving landscape of workplace safety priorities.
Sponsor Support
The NSCA Foundation extends its gratitude to the generous sponsors who make these awards possible, including ecoPortal, Stowe Australia, Fire & Safety Australia, Ansell, HSE Global, GIO Workers Compensation, Opus Centre for Psychosocial Risk, ProVisual, and Steadfast Workplace Risk. Their ongoing commitment continues to advance work health and safety standards throughout Australia.
Organizations interested in attending the Awards Gala Dinner can register now to be part of this celebration of safety excellence and innovation.
