Material Risk Specialist

Material Risk Specialist

• Full Time Opportunity
• Flexible working options - open to applicants in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane
• Excellent opportunity for growth within the group

We are Woolworths GroupWe are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose - 'to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.' It's that Purpose that fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week.If you're excited to turn today's blue sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you'll find yourself supported and enriched in a dynamic, inclusive and empowering workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.Welcome to the People TeamBetter experiences for our Team Members are the key to unlocking a better future for our customers and communities. Our People Team is responsible for powering the trajectory of our business and the wellbeing of our people - through the design and delivery of a seamless and enriching Team Member experience. One that strengthens the foundations of our organisation by empowering passionate Team Members to become purpose-led Woolworths Group advocates and attracting a new generation of talent to the group.The Material Risk Specialist is a pivotal role responsible for providing subject matter expertise in risk management to the Supermarkets Safety, Health, and Wellbeing function and broader business. They play a crucial role in improving risk maturity by partnering with the organisation to enhance risk practices, processes, and training. The specialist leads risk identification, assessment, and reporting initiatives, engaging both frontline staff and management in the process.The ideal candidate for this role possesses a strong technical understanding of risk management and critical risk management, and has proven experience in developing and leading large-scale risk programs. They demonstrate forward-thinking abilities to anticipate changes in the risk landscape at a business level by leveraging insights from diverse sources. Collaborating with stakeholders, the specialist identifies emerging risks and develops mitigation strategies that align with Supermarkets business goals and priorities. By involving relevant stakeholders, the specialist fosters ownership and commitment, enabling the co-design of effective and sustainable solutions that can be seamlessly integrated into operations.What you'll do:

• Develop, implement and manage the SH&W risk profile.
• Implementation of an effective SH&W risk management program
• Create quality risk management frameworks to ensure risk management is part of all SH&W plans, programs and initiatives.
• Educate and embed key legislative requirements regarding risk management into systems, processes and decision making
• Lead new design and implementation reviews to drive better outcomes for business, team and customers
• Provide informed advice and recommendations on prioritization for risk based decision making on capital investment or improvement programs.

What you'll bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in safety, health and wellbeing or equivalent and/or relevant industry experience.
• 7+ years safety, health and wellbeing experience in FMCG, retail, customer focused, high risk industry or fast paced business is preferred.
• Strong technical safety, health and wellbeing experience, specifically in establishing risk profiles and ongoing management of safety, health and wellbeing material and operational risks.
• Knowledge of State and Territory legislative requirements, standards and codes of practice
• Demonstrated experience in establishing and managing risk registries
• Strong influencing, engagement and communication skills

What you'll experience:

• The opportunity to grow within the group
• Strong mentorship and development; opportunity to collaborate with some of the brightest and best minds in Australia
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Unparalleled growth opportunities
• Get your Woolies worth through team member benefits across all of our brands

Everyone belongs at Woolworths GroupDiversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team's diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.We encourage all candidates to apply; please let us know in your application if we can support you with any adjustments in the hiring process.You can learn more about working with us on or via . #LI #work180.Our Talent Acquisition Team and Hiring Leaders kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. Woolworths Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.