Health, Safety Environment & Quality Manager

The Arnott’s Group portfolio of brands continues the 158-year legacy of the Arnott family, providing quality, great-tasting food to create delicious moments for consumers across the world

About the Role:

We are seeking a seasoned HSEQ Manager to lead and inspire a robust Health Safety, Environment and Quality culture across our large-scale FMCG site, home to a 700-strong workforce. Reporting directly to the Director of People & Food Safety, you’ll be a key member of our Site Leadership Team, leveraging established frameworks to enhance safety, quality, and environmental standards across our operations.

In this role, you’ll provide strategic oversight and be a key decision-maker in proactive risk management, guiding initiatives to promote a safety-first mindset. This leadership position requires a collaborative leader with the vision and expertise to drive continuous improvement, ensuring best practices are embraced and adhered to across the site.

Perks:

• Discounted Gym Memberships
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave for all new parents.
• Free onsite parking
• Discounted Products
• Discounted Health Insurance

Our Culture:

We stand for high performance with integrity and find moments of pride and celebrate the wins gained from our collective effort. These are part of our culture and the cornerstones of The Arnott's way. When you join our team, you can expect to experience a real sense of belonging, be empowered with accountability, be recognised for your contribution, collaborate with great people.

What your days looks like:

• Drive the execution of a strategic People and Food Safety plan to mitigate business risks, aligning with organizational and industry best practices.
• Lead comprehensive risk assessments and collaborate with site teams to identify and proactively address potential people and food safety hazards, updating procedures to prevent reoccurrence.
• Collaborate with project leaders on safety and quality integrations within new plant setups and facility modifications, ensuring seamless, safe transitions.
• Proactively engage with regulatory bodies, including WorkSafe Queensland, for both compliance matters and incident reporting.
• Operate autonomously to advance continuous improvement in risk management, achieving key strategic safety priorities for The Arnott’s Group.
• Through your hands-on expertise, maintain the Virginia factory as a benchmark for safety and productivity, embodying Arnott’s commitment to excellence.

The Ingredients for Success:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational health and safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Food Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• 7+ years of in-depth experience applying the Workers Compensation Act and regulatory compliance standards in complex environments.
• Meticulous attention to detail, with outstanding organizational skills; proactive, independent, and collaborative team player with proven leadership capabilities and dedication to fostering a safe, engaging workplace.
• Exceptional proficiency in policy and procedural evaluations, ensuring adherence to industry and organizational standards.
• Excellent communicator with refined interpersonal skills; adept at analysing data, identifying trends, and making data-informed decisions. Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and safety management software for enhanced operational oversight.

To Apply:

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We value diversity in our workforce. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please inform our team so that we can work together to support your needs throughout the recruitment process.

*We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies