West Gosford, Gosford & Central Coast NSW
Occupational Health & Safety (Human Resources & Recruitment)
Full time
Hewitt – the most influential & trusted provider of high claims organic protein Hewitt is on a mission to become the most trusted and influential supplier of organic, high-claims animal proteins.
With a commitment to unrivalled quality and consistency, we serve customers and consumers in over seven countries through a vertically integrated global supply chain—from farm to plate.
We proudly support the growing demand for nutritious, sustainable, and high-quality red meat.
Our purpose is simple: "To feed the world with a system that lasts forever." With a rich family history spanning over 120 years, the Hewitt family has always been dedicated to sustainable agriculture.
Guided by the simple philosophy of 'treat the land well, treat people well, and treat animals well', the company has grown from its humble beginnings as a beef cattle farm in central Queensland into a global business.
Today, brothers Mick and Ben Hewitt lead the vision and development of supplying market-leading organic and high-claims products that meet the demanding specifications of large, fast-paced supermarket retail chains, foodservice operators, and wholesalers.
We champion regenerative organic agriculture, passionately commit to animal welfare, actively support the communities we serve, and lead the world in biodiversity and carbon management practices.
For decades, Hewitt has proudly supplied many of the world's largest food wholesalers and retailers, earning numerous industry awards and recognitions for our efforts.
Our retail brand portfolio includes Cleaver's Organic Meat, the most trusted organic meat brand in Australia.
Could you be our next Safety Advisor? The Safety Advisor is responsible for monitoring and assessing hazardous and unsafe situations in the workplace and implementing measures to ensure workplace safety as well as administering the WHS framework/systems and providing coaching, training, and guidance on workplace safety matters to internal stakeholders.
What can you expect day to day? Ensure a safe working environment for all team members.Identify hazards and risks in the workplace and take appropriate actions to address them.Ensure that all injuries, incidents, and/or hazards are reported and treated immediately.Communicate all WHS issues to team members and liaise with Management on resolutions.Lead Consultative Committee meetings and develop a lead safety culture on site.Compliance & Risk Management Perform and document risk assessments, ensuring corrective actions are allocated and implemented to minimize risk.Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for work procedures and implement them in the workplace.Coordinate incident reporting and undertake investigations to determine root causes and appropriate corrective actions.Undertake risk assessments of all onsite equipment and of new equipment.Training & Development Assist with workplace safety training, including delivering one-on-one and small group training.Ensure specific training for operational team members is undertaken and documented.Coordinate ad-hoc assessments of competencies to maintain training competency levels.Maintain and continuously improve the content, delivery, and assessment of training programs.Ensure all training records are properly maintained and updated according to Company policies and procedures.Develop and maintain the training platform, ensuring training records are up to date.Lead compliance training across all areas on the site.Incident Management & Safety Inspections Coordinate site safety inspections, including checking fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, and alarm systems.Maintain first aid facilities, including conducting routine audits of first aid supplies.Assist in developing injury and incident prevention strategies.Issue and maintain Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and records.Health & Rehabilitation Coordinate and book medical appointments for injured workers.Attend medical appointments and liaise with medical and rehabilitation providers.Ensure site compliance regarding First Aid Officers and Fire Wardens.To be successful in this role, you will have: Certificate IV in WHS (or equivalent)Proven experience as a Safety Advisor, or similar role, ideally in the manufacturing industry.Ability to maintain an enthusiastic approach to work, promote teamwork, and create an environment of trust and confidentiality.Demonstrated knowledge of WHS legislation and codes.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.Join Hewitt for the Opportunity of a Lifetime: Competitive Remuneration Package.Ongoing Professional Development.Access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Provider, For You & Your Family.Hewitt is committed to the goals of equal opportunity employment.
We aim to provide a work environment for our employees that fosters equity, diversity, and respect.
Let us know if we can make any reasonable accommodations to enable you to participate in the job application process. By applying for a role with Hewitt, you acknowledge that you will be required to provide proof of eligibility (including photo identification) to work in Australia if selected for the role. All candidates will be contacted in due course (after 6th January 2024). How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?How many years' experience do you have as a Safety Adviser?Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS?How many years of auditing experience do you have? #J-18808-Ljbffr