Health & Safety Manager
Core
Lead the development and implementation of the Work Health & Safety (WHS) strategy and management systems across multiple operational sites for a vertically integrated agri-food business.
Role type
Senior Health & Safety Manager (WHS)
Builds
A mature WHS framework embedded in business processes, driving proactive risk management and safety culture across a geographically dispersed workforce.
Domain
Agri-food industry, multi-site operations, Australian regulatory environment
Required skills
WHS strategy development, risk assessment and mitigation, legislative compliance (Australian Standards/Codes of Practice), stakeholder engagement, coaching and influencing leaders, audit and investigation management, continuous improvement facilitation
Preferred skills
Experience in complex operational environments, ability to drive organizational change, solutions-focused approach
Technologies
WHS management systems, risk assessment tools
Responsibilities
Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the WHS strategy and management system; Partner with senior leaders to identify and mitigate workplace risks; Provide expert advice on WHS legislation and compliance; Drive safety culture initiatives; Support investigations, audits, and corrective actions; Coach leaders to build WHS capability; Monitor emerging WHS trends and legislation.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on leadership