People and Culture

Established in 1915, Haigh’s Chocolates is the oldest family‑owned chocolate maker in Australia. Run by fourth generation Haigh’s family, we employ over 950 people across 22 retail stores currently located in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra, as well as online, plus two factories and head office. Using only the finest and freshest ingredients, Haigh’s prides itself on being a chocolate ‘bean to bar’ specialist, committed to the art of premium chocolate making. Haigh’s roast its own cocoa beans, ethically sourced from plantations around the world, to create a unique blend of premium milk and dark chocolate. Through meticulous artisan skills that include handmade chocolate creation and finishing, combined with advanced manufacturing equipment and techniques, Haigh’s creates exquisite chocolates that look and taste delicious.

Step into a key role in our People & Culture team as a P&C / WHS Advisor and make a real difference in shaping a safe, positive and high‑performing workplace. This is a full‑time, permanent position, offering stability and the opportunity to grow your career.

Reporting to the People & Culture Business Partner, you’ll partner with leaders across the business to strengthen culture, reduce risk and champion employee wellbeing, bringing your P&C and safety expertise to life every day.

This role is based at our Parkside Head Office, with regular onsite work (2 days per week) at our brand‑new Salisbury South complex, giving you the chance to experience and contribute across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide generalist P&C support across performance, conduct, grievances and probation.
- Partner with leaders on flexible work, workforce planning and engagement.
- Assist with employment contracts and changes to terms and conditions.
- Contribute to P&C and WHS projects, policies and continuous improvement.
- Promote safety culture and support wellness initiatives.
- Coach leaders on P&C and WHS matters to build capability and accountability.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws, safety standards and policies.
- Support WHS Manager with injury management and return‑to‑work processes.

What You’ll Bring

- Experience in a generalist P&C role with experience in WHS.
- Strong working knowledge of employment legislation and workplace safety principles.
- Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills.
- A proactive and collaborative approach to problem‑solving.
- Tertiary qualifications in HR, WHS, or a related field (essential).

Join us and be part of our 110‑year legacy We offer a strong values‑based culture, a Short‑Term Incentive Plan, wellbeing initiatives and excellent learning and development opportunities, plus the irresistible perk of working with (and enjoying) plenty of chocolate Enjoy the flexibility of working from multiple locations, including Head Office, Salisbury South Complex and from home.

Inclusion matters at Haigh’s. We believe that valuing differences in backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and experiences helps create a workplace free from bias and prejudice. We’re committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and beyond, to ensure a barrier‑free and supportive experience for all.

Sweeten your career and apply today

Join Our Team

At the heart of our success are our people, our professional pride in the production of premium quality chocolates, and the customer service experience that is extended to our customers.

Haigh’s offers exciting career opportunities across Manufacturing, Retail and Corporate Services, with a strong emphasis on career development through ongoing training and growth.

#J-18808-Ljbffr