WHS Manager

2 months ago

Melbourne, Australia Munro Footwear Group Full time

Job Description

  • Champion safety excellence and be the driving force behind the continuing development of our safety culture
  • Influence at Executive level and driving impactful and lasting change within our WHS function
  • Safeguard the wellbeing of our teams while uplifting the deliverables in our people strategy

At MFG, our people are our greatest asset, and keeping them safe and happy is a key focus of our business.  Reporting to our Chief People Officer, this role will lead and champion the safety and well-being of our 2500 team members across our retail stores, our distribution centre (Treadshed), and our Head Office, MHub

We are looking for an experienced Work Health & Safety (WHS) Manager to join our dynamic team at Munro Footwear Group (MFG). This role is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving our WHS systems across the business, driving the culture of safety in line with legislative requirements and operational excellence.

You will lead the development of innovative safety processes, manage Workers Compensation policies, and contribute to a positive and safe working environment by engaging key stakeholders across all levels of the business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Implement and maintain WHS management systems to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
  • Foster a proactive safety culture across the group, focusing on safety behaviours and mindsets.
  • Provide strategic advice to stakeholders on WHS and Workers Compensation, minimizing financial and compliance risks.
  • Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and facilitate WHS training for teams.
  • Lead injury management procedures and ensure compliance with Return to Work processes.

About you

  • Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline.
  • Membership with the Safety Institute of Australia (preferred).
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in WHS management, ideally within the retail industry.
  • Proven leadership in change management with a consultative approach.
  • Hands-on experience in risk assessments, safety audits, and developing WHS strategy.
  • Strong knowledge of WHS and Workers Compensation legislation and risk management principles.
  • Experience managing Workers Compensation policies, premiums, and injury management.
  • Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

You're not expected to have 100% of these skills however, if you are passionate about safety and have the experience to lead our WHS strategy, we would love to hear from you Apply now to be part of a forward-thinking team.

More about us

With more than 290+ stores and 2500+ employees nationally and a brand-new state-of-the-art distribution centre, we are Australia's leading retailer and wholesaler of fashion and comfort footwear, owning and operating some of Australia's most iconic brands including Midas, Mollini, Cinori, Mathers, Williams, Diana Ferrari, and Australia's largest online footwear retailer, Styletread

As a family-owned company, at Munro Footwear Group (MFG) we value our team, our loyal customers, and our dedicated suppliers. We work hard to play hard, we celebrate each other, and we believe every Team Member is an essential part of our ongoing success.

Why you are going to love working at MFG

There has never been a more exciting time to join Munro Footwear Group as we continue to grow We offer a flexible, friendly, welcoming team environment where continued support, training and generous Team Member benefits are provided, including discounts across all our Brands.

  • Generous employee discount for you and your immediate family
  • An extra 4 days a year of ‘Life Leave'
  • Flexible Paid Parental Leave
  • A competitive Salary Package
  • Career Growth and development opportunities with a fun & friendly team
  • Through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) you'll have access to professional and confidential counselling and support services

    You're not expected to have 100% of the skills outlined above, we want you to grow and mature with the rest of the organisation. If you like working with a buzzing marketing team, with visibility of a dynamic organisation then we invite you to explore this role - we would love to hear from you.

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