Safety & Wellbeing Manager

With over 80 years of proud history, Hazeldenes is more than just a name in poultry — we're a trusted household brand driven by innovation, quality, and community. From our humble beginnings in Kangaroo Flat to our world-class operations across regional Victoria, we've built a legacy powered by passionate people.

At Hazeldenes, you'll be part of a diverse team doing extraordinary things — whether it's on the farm, in production, or behind the scenes in engineering, logistics, and beyond. We value every background, every skillset, and every individual who contributes to our success.

Grow your career. Be part of something bigger. Join Hazeldenes.
Primary Objective
We are seeking a highly experienced
Safety & Wellbeing Manager
to join our senior leadership team. This is a pivotal role, driving compliance, safety culture, and wellbeing outcomes across both farming and production operations.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of our safety, health, and wellbeing strategies. You will partner with senior leaders, frontline teams, and external regulators to build a proactive, "safety-first" culture that protects and supports our people every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of health, safety, and wellbeing strategies across farming and production networks.
• Ensure compliance with WHS/OHS legislation, codes of practice, and food industry safety standards.
• Manage psychosocial risks (e.g., stress, fatigue, bullying) in line with updated WorkSafe legislation.
• Oversee risk assessments, audits, inspections, and incident investigations, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Implement process safety controls for high-risk operations (chemicals, machinery, confined spaces, ammonia refrigeration).
• Drive contractor and labour-hire safety management, ensuring compliance prior to site access.
• Oversee emergency preparedness and crisis response planning.
• Deliver training, toolbox talks, and safety awareness programs that engage all levels of the workforce.
• Support return-to-work and injury management processes in partnership with HR and insurers.
• Promote mental health and wellbeing through targeted programs and initiatives.
• Lead consultation with HSRs, safety committees, and frontline staff to strengthen safety engagement.
• Use digital tools, dashboards, and analytics to monitor safety performance and identify trends.
• Prepare and present safety performance reports, including LTIs, near misses, and corrective action close-out.
• Embed safety leadership into continuous improvement frameworks (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Represent Hazeldenes in audits, regulatory reviews, and industry forums.

Disclaimer:
The duties and responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive and may change from time to time based on business needs. Employees may be required to perform additional tasks as directed by management.

If you're ready to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team and contribute to a proudly Australian success story, we'd love to hear from you. Click
"Apply"
to submit your resume and take the next step in your career with Hazeldenes.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people of all abilities.
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