Safety, Health

• Two-Year Fixed-Term Role: A full-time opportunity to lead and drive meaningful change.
• Comprehensive Well-being Program: Access to McCormick's global well-being initiative, Nourish, which offers resources supporting mental, physical, and financial health.
• Employee Recognition: Benefit from programs that celebrate and reward your contributions and hard work.
• A supportive culture & work-life balance: enjoy a workplace that prioritizes your well-being, offering flexible schedules to ensure you can balance work and personal life seamlessly.

We are seeking a proactive and experienced SHE Specialist who is passionate about fostering a culture of safety and environmental responsibility, with a proven track record in developing and implementing effective safety, health, and environmental programs across industrial sites.

About Us

Join our team at McCormick, a leading food manufacturing site known for our commitment to quality and safety. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work environment that values innovation and teamwork. Our success hinges on our people, who are our greatest asset. We put our people first, people who take what they do seriously but not themselves and have been recognized as an Employer of Choice. We are home to some of Australia's most iconic brands including Keens, Aeroplane Jelly and Gourmet Garden and we are proud to be The Future of Flavor

Benefits

• A supportive culture & work-life balance: enjoy a workplace that prioritizes your well-being, offering flexible schedules to ensure you can balance work and personal life seamlessly.
• Health & Wellness Initiatives: Access a variety of programs focused on your physical and mental well-being, including fitness challenges and wellness workshops.
• Community Engagement: Be part of a team that gives back Participate in regional and local charity events and make a positive impact in our community.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Benefit from generous paid parental leave and partner pay entitlements, along with a supportive program to help you transition back to work as a new parent.
• Employee Recognition: Celebrate your achievements with our comprehensive recognition and rewards program, highlighting your contributions and hard work.
• Engagement Activities: Enjoy regular fun-filled events like food trucks, coffee vans, and BBQs to foster camaraderie and team spirit.
• Flexible Novated Lease Options: Take advantage of novated lease programs with SG Fleet and Toyota for a convenient way to manage your vehicle expenses.

Position Overview

As SHE Specialist, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining safety, health, and environmental programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards. You will lead initiatives to promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility across the organization amongst 2 industrial sites (Moorabbin & Clayton) which are 10 minutes' drive by car.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement SHE policies and procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on SHE matters.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be passionate about safety, health, and environmental excellence and thrive in a collaborative environment. To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following:

• Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar role within the FMCG, food production or manufacturing industry.
• In-depth knowledge of SHE regulations and best practices.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience with SHE management systems and Power BI data reporting.

How to Apply

If you are ready to bring your expertise to our team, we want to hear from you Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications by close of business Friday, 26 September 2025.

Please note that due to our comprehensive recruitment process we will not be able to respond to individual enquiries regarding the status of your application. Only qualified candidates that have been selected for interview will be contacted following interview. Our recruitment process will commence from the date the position is advertised and may be filled prior to the closing date. Thank you for your understanding and interest in this position.

McCormick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you are a qualified applicant, you will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Note: We will not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies/third parties, and we will not be liable or responsible for any fees or costs associated with unsolicited CV's sent directly to line managers at McCormick.