Work Health & Safety Manager
Core
Own and drive Work Health & Safety strategy for a fast-paced manufacturing, warehouse, and logistics operation.
Role type
Senior Work Health & Safety Manager
Builds
A proactive safety culture and ISO 45001-aligned management system for food manufacturing and logistics.
Domain
Food manufacturing, warehouse, and logistics operations in Australia.
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (safety operations)
Required skills
WHS strategy development, ISO 45001 system management, risk management, incident investigation, audit execution, injury management, workers compensation handling, psychosocial risk management, NSW WHS legislation knowledge, leadership coaching, training delivery, data analysis for safety reporting.
Preferred skills
Tertiary OHS qualifications, experience in FMCG or food manufacturing, ability to influence senior leadership.
Technologies
ISO 45001, NSW WHS legislative frameworks.
Responsibilities
Develop and deliver WHS strategy aligned with business growth; Partner with Senior Leadership Team on WHS risk and performance; Lead management of critical operational and psychosocial risks; Drive incident investigations, audits, and corrective actions; Manage injury management, workers compensation, and return-to-work programs; Strengthen WHS capability through coaching, training, and committee engagement; Provide meaningful WHS reporting to the Board.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC