Safety Business Partner

If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us!

The Role

Our Smithfield site in Western Sydney, manufactures a range of more than 60 fruit juice, fruit drink and water ice products. The site currently manufactures approximately 110 million litres of finished goods every year including The Juice Brothers, Daily Juice, Mildura and Zooper Dooper. 

In this role, you will be integral in improving safety performance at the site by positively influencing site safety practices and behaviours on a strategic and operational level. The role will provide ongoing advice, guidance, coaching, mentoring and support to the site leadership and management team, team members, and other site personnel to achieve the safety strategies and ensure compliance with legislation and Bega safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate and coach team members and managers to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement
• Support the site in identifying and mitigating safety risks and risks to the well-being of all employees at the worksite
• Monitor and analyse safety performance metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement
• You will work closely with line managers to ensure thorough risk assessments are performed, and critical risk registers are maintained with critical controls implemented
• Prepare and coordinate the completion of various site reports for safety meetings and drive continuous safety improvement.

About you

• A degree or diploma in Safety is desirable, or extensive relevant experience.
• In-depth practical knowledge of Australian occupational health and safety management systems, standards, and legislation
• The ability to build effective relationships and instil trust with a variety of  stakeholders
• Effective time management and prioritisation skills
• Experienced in coaching and mentoring others in safety matters

Bega Group Story

Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Big M on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.

Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and approximately 4,000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!

Life at Bega Group

Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we’re committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.

• Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture
• Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression
• Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with
• Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs
• Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance

Applications

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical.

At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.