Ohs Business Partner

Our client is a company that offers foodservice and retail industries baked goods. Using the latest technologies, they provide highly innovative chilled and ambient products across Australia.

Reporting to the People and Culture Manager, the OHS Business partner will ensure the effective implementation and maintenance of OH&S programs and practice across their operations in Victoria. They will also facilitate the development of team members, implementing strategies to mitigate risk, and assisting in the management of hazards. As a trusted subject matter expert, the OH&S Business Partner will work closely with various stakeholders to promote a safe and healthy work environment, while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and company policies.

The core activities of this position will include:

• Supporting the P&C Manager in sponsoring a positive safety culture and helping to develop robust systems to drive compliance with OH&S policies and procedures
• Investigate workplace incidents, injuries, near misses, identifying root cause and recommending preventive measures
• Participate in onboarding and understanding OHS inductions
• Assisting in the review and support the overall OHS strategy/plan through effective health and safety programs
• Manage entry permit requirements
• Serve as a point of contact for OHS regulatory agencies and participate in inspections, inquiries, and reporting
• Stay informed about emerging OHS legislation, regulations, and industry trends
• Manage safety information management platform
• Investigate deviations from standards and provide recommendations
• Provide input to the development of the OHS training plan and assist in the execution of the training plan
• Act as site facilitator for the OHS risk management program and associated monitoring systems
• Lead the safety council and safety leadership meetings
• Provide monthly OH&S report to the P&C Manager
• Develop and embed lead indicators to create a behavior approach to OH&S

Qualifications and experience we are looking for include:

• Demonstrated experience in a Health & Safety Adviser, Consultant or Business Partner role, preferably within food manufacturing
• Qualification in Work Health & Safety or related discipline
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and evaluate OHS programs and initiatives effectively
• Strong collaboration skills
• Strong knowledge and application of relevant laws and regulations applicable to Victoria
• Strong communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and identify trends to drive continuous improvement
• Proficient in conducting risk assessment, incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Proficient in Microsoft suite
• Ability to take initiative

This is a great opportunity to work within a company that focuses on teamwork and respect. It provides you the chance to make an impact in an expanding company, working Monday -Friday 9am-5pm, however there is flexibility with the start and finish times.

If you require further information not listed above, please contact Diana Curcio at Logical Executive Solutions on (03) 8620 2***.