Safety Officer

3 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Nestlé SA Full time

Location: Altona, VIC
Duration: Full time, permanent
2+ years' experience in a similar role

Position Summary

Joining Nestlé means you are joining the largest Food and Beverage Company in the world. At our very core, we are a human environment – passionate people driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our philosophy is Good Food, Good Life, and we're building a company that you'll be proud to be part of.

Opportunity currently exists for a Safety Officer to join Nestlé Southern Distribution Centre in Altona, VIC. In this role, the Safety Officer will ensure effective implementation and reporting of Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) management system and drive a strong SHE culture and positive SHE performance.

A day in the life…

Reporting to the Distribution Centre Manager, key responsibilities include but not limited to:


• Implement site SHE management system to ensure the timely reporting of incidents, completion of investigations and corrective action closure.

• Support site management through reporting of SHE performance including lead and lag indicators.

• Identify, develop and implement site SHE improvement initiatives to improve site SHE performance.

• Ensure site SHE compliance to Nestlé Global Standards, 45001 & 14001 and legal requirements.

• Ensure site implementation of measuring and monitoring requirements e.g. inspections.

• Support visible SHE leadership on the shop floor by influencing management and leadership of SHE committee.

• Conduct and coordinate SHE training according to annual training plan and requirements.

What will make you successful

You will have a strong demonstrated experience in Safety, Health & Environment areas and will have:


• Tertiary qualification in safety, health and/or environmental areas or related field.

• Good understanding of safety and compliance.

• Must have a proactive approach in resolving issues with internal and external stakeholders and implementing agreeing corrective actions.

• Experience in risk management practices & routines.

• Analyse complex problems to identify multiple root causes.

• Translated policies & standards into practical action plans.

• Demonstrated commitment to keeping people safe and to protecting the environment.

• The right person must be proactive, thorough, and detailed, with a high level of relationship building.

Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including but not limited to health checks, prior to appointment to this role.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights

You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.

In addition, we offer:


• Varied career experiences and personalised development support

• Diversity and Inclusion initiatives and program

• Discounted Nestlé products

• Competitive remuneration package

• Employee Assistance Program

Our Story

  • Nestlé enjoys a reputation as one of the world's largest FMCG companies and a leader in nutrition, health and wellness. Our inclusive and high-performance culture is a testament to the great training, development, rewards and recognition we extend to every member of our 5000-strong Oceania workforce.
  • Nestlé Oceania supports a culture of diversity and inclusion in all that we do. Take a look at Careers at Nestlé Australia | Nestlé Australia (nestle.com.au) to see some of the ways we live and practice this every day in our workplace.

Location: Altona, VIC
Duration: Full time, permanent
2+ years' experience in a similar role

Position Summary

Joining Nestlé means you are joining the largest Food and Beverage Company in the world. At our very core, we are a human environment – passionate people driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our philosophy is Good Food, Good Life, and we're building a company that you'll be proud to be part of.

Opportunity currently exists for a Safety Officer to join Nestlé Southern Distribution Centre in Altona, VIC. In this role, the Safety Officer will ensure effective implementation and reporting of Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) management system and drive a strong SHE culture and positive SHE performance.

A day in the life…

Reporting to the Distribution Centre Manager, key responsibilities include but not limited to:


• Implement site SHE management system to ensure the timely reporting of incidents, completion of investigations and corrective action closure.

• Support site management through reporting of SHE performance including lead and lag indicators.

• Identify, develop and implement site SHE improvement initiatives to improve site SHE performance.

• Ensure site SHE compliance to Nestlé Global Standards, 45001 & 14001 and legal requirements.

• Ensure site implementation of measuring and monitoring requirements e.g. inspections.

• Support visible SHE leadership on the shop floor by influencing management and leadership of SHE committee.

• Conduct and coordinate SHE training according to annual training plan and requirements.

What will make you successful

You will have a strong demonstrated experience in Safety, Health & Environment areas and will have:


• Tertiary qualification in safety, health and/or environmental areas or related field.

• Good understanding of safety and compliance.

• Must have a proactive approach in resolving issues with internal and external stakeholders and implementing agreeing corrective actions.

• Experience in risk management practices & routines.

• Analyse complex problems to identify multiple root causes.

• Translated policies & standards into practical action plans.

• Demonstrated commitment to keeping people safe and to protecting the environment.

• The right person must be proactive, thorough, and detailed, with a high level of relationship building.

Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including but not limited to health checks, prior to appointment to this role.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights

You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.

In addition, we offer:


• Varied career experiences and personalised development support

• Diversity and Inclusion initiatives and program

• Discounted Nestlé products

• Competitive remuneration package

• Employee Assistance Program

Our Story

  • Nestlé enjoys a reputation as one of the world's largest FMCG companies and a leader in nutrition, health and wellness. Our inclusive and high-performance culture is a testament to the great training, development, rewards and recognition we extend to every member of our 5000-strong Oceania workforce.
  • Nestlé Oceania supports a culture of diversity and inclusion in all that we do. Take a look at Careers at Nestlé Australia | Nestlé Australia (nestle.com.au) to see some of the ways we live and practice this every day in our workplace.
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