Health and Safety Manager

If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us

**Health and Safety Manager**
- Be an ambassador for Bega Group's Health and safety standards and policies
- Work for an iconic Australian brand
- Excellent culture, dynamic and highly skilled team

**The Role**

Are you ready to take your safety leadership career to the next level? Bega Group is on the lookout for a dynamic Manager - Health and Safety, to champion our safety culture and lead a passionate team of Safety Advisors across multiple locations. Based at our flagship Port Melbourne site, the legendary home of Vegemite, this role is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to make a real impact in a business that’s proudly Australian and deeply committed to the well-being of our team members. As our go-to safety expert, you will provide safety leadership to support several safety advisors based at regional locations. The safety manager will provide ongoing advice, guidance, coaching, mentoring and support to the site leadership and management team, team members, and other site personnel to achieve the safety strategies and ensure compliance

This is your chance to shape the future of safety at The Great Australian Food Company

**Responsibilities**
- Leading and coaching a small team of Safety Advisors to support Bega’s safety journey
- Support our sites in identifying and mitigating safety risks and risks to the well-being of all employees
- Monitor and evaluate safety performance metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement
- Work closely with line managers to ensure thorough risk assessments are performed and critical risk registers are maintained with critical controls implemented
- Prepare and coordinate the completion of various site reports for safety meetings and drive continuous safety improvement

**About you**
- A degree or diploma in Safety is desirable, or extensive relevant experience within a manufacturing environment
- In-depth practical knowledge of Australian occupational health and safety management systems, standards, and legislation
- The ability to build effective relationships through coaching and mentoring site leadership stakeholders
- Effective time management and prioritisation skills
- Experienced safety leader who can provide direction and support to a small team of Safety Advisors

**Bega Group Story**

Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Big M on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day. Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and approximately 4,000 employees is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future

**Life at Bega Group**

Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we’re committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.
- Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture
- Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression
- Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with
- Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs
- Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance

**Applications**

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical _. _