Safety Manager

At Essity Australasia, our vision is to be the undisputed global leader in health and hygiene. We are driven by our ambition to scale our business and be recognized as a global leader. Join us in making a difference as our Safety Manager, where you will play a crucial role in fostering a proactive safety culture and ensuring the well-being of our employees.

About the Role:

As the Safety Manager, you will be pivotal in driving compliance, reducing risks, and enhancing employee engagement through the implementation of our Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Strategy and Management System.

Your leadership will directly impact workplace safety and contribute to a culture where safety is prioritized. This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact through proactive initiatives, coaching, and hands-on involvement in risk management.

We’re looking for people who embody our values, aren’t afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We’re always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we’d love to talk.

What You Will Do:

• Develop and execute the Annual OHS Plan in alignment with Essity's Health and Safety Strategy.
• Lead Critical Risk Reduction initiatives, identifying and addressing key safety risks.
• Conduct and support Risk Assessments and Incident Investigations to establish sustainable risk management solutions.
• Manage the Internal Audit Program to ensure compliance with OHSMS, regulatory standards, and ISO 45001 certification.
• Champion the I Care Leadership Program, fostering proactive safety leadership and culture.
• Inspire and coach team members, promoting safety as a shared responsibility.
• Analyze and report OHS statistics and KPIs, offering insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Leverage data to mitigate injury risks, enhance compliance, and strengthen the safety culture.
• Implement and review OHS Management and Risk Standard procedures to meet legal requirements and uphold best practices.
• Benchmark internal safety practices against external standards to ensure excellence in safety management.
  
  

Who You Are:

You’re a safety leader with a strong understanding of health and safety regulations and industry best practices. Ideally, you bring over five years of experience in manufacturing or logistics environments with a strong focus on OHS management. With a Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent experience in OHS roles), you bring the expertise and leadership needed to create a safety-first culture. Here’s what you will bring;

• Hands-on experience with OHS systems and managing safety protocols, ideally in manufacturing or logistics environments.
• Skilled in conducting internal audits and maintaining certifications like ISO 45001.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for analyzing safety data and producing actionable insights.
• A proven ability to lead, coach, and develop teams to prioritize safety and foster ownership.
• Strong analytical skills to spot trends, anticipate risks, and implement preventive measures.
• Exceptional at delivering clear, concise, and impactful communication to engage stakeholders in safety initiatives.
  
  

It would be an advantage if you hold an OHS Auditor Certification, enabling you to conduct comprehensive assessments of safety systems and ensure compliance. A Certificate IV in Training and Assessment would further enhance your ability to deliver impactful training and build team capabilities.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and lead the way in health and safety, we’d love to hear from you!

What We Can Offer You

Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-being, provides meaning to everything we do. Working at Essity means a chance to improve well-being for people and opportunities to drive positive change for the society and the environment.

As an employee at Essity, you will belong to an organization where you feel valued and supported to grow and challenged to generate business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere.

Our Melbourne-based office in Springvale offers free, on-site car parking. Join us for an opportunity to contribute to a flourishing and vibrant global business. Enjoy benefits like an annual wellness day and the option to purchase additional leave.

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As part of our recruitment process, shortlisted applications will complete a video screen. This allows us to gain a deeper understanding of your personality, communication style, and how you align with the role and our team.

It’s also an opportunity for you to showcase your enthusiasm, creativity, and ability to articulate your ideas clearly. By completing this video screen, you’ll help us get to know you beyond your resume and assess how you approach key aspects of the role. This step is an important part of ensuring we’re the right fit for each other.

Application End Date:

24 Dec 2024

Job Requisition ID:

Essity248895