About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced and results driven Workplace Health & Safety Manager to join our Northern Operations Leadership Team. Working closely with the JBS risk team and key site leaders across Northern Operations, the Workplace Health & Safety Manager will drive strategy, and ensure that effective WHS policies, procedures, systems and services are in place to maintain the highest level of safety compliance.

The role’s responsibilities include (but not limited to):
• Partner with business and site leadership team to develop key priorities.
• Ensure all facilities maintain continuous “audit ready” state of compliance.
• Oversee effective implementation and utilisation of risk assessment and risk prediction processes ensuring these are effective at identifying and mitigating risk.
• Oversee effective implementation and utilisation of the group Safety, Wellbeing and Injury management frameworks.
• Provide content and direction in regard to... safety/health/wellbeing training.
• Report as necessary for sites and executives to drive continuous improvement.
• Participate in WHS and workers compensation projects.
• Provision of technical and strategic direction.
• Ensure annual objectives for self and team are regularly reviewed and met.

About you:
• Tertiary qualifications in WHS or related field
• Extensive experience in a similar role in a fast-paced, multisite FMCG environment
• Sound understanding of WHS Legislation and Codes of Practice
• Demonstrated experience in the execution of complex WHS strategic plans that encompass compliance, risk management, systems and safety leadership.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of Australian state workers compensation schemes and self-insurance.
• High level of emotional intelligence and communication skills with an ability to positively influence the behaviour of others and drive sustainable organisational change.

What next?

If you’re passionate and want to be a part of the largest meat, pork and salmon manufacturer and producer in Australia, this opportunity may be for you. Apply now!

Please email [email protected] if you have any questions regarding this role
Ipswich QLD Australia

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