Oh&s Manager - Dandenong, Australia - Bayside Group

Bayside Group

Verified Company

Dandenong, Australia

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Olivia Brown

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Description

Our client is a leading supplier of ingredients to the Food and Beverage sector and are on the lookout for an exceptional OH&S Manager to join their team in the South Eastern suburbs of Melbourne.

This role will be ideal for junior OH&S managers or senior officers looking to step up to a management level and will be offered on a full-time permanent capacity.

As an OH&S Manager, your primary responsibility will be to promote and implement effective occupational health and safety practices within the organisation.

Your duties will include, but not be limited to:

Developing, implementing, and reviewing OH&S policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
Conducting regular workplace inspections and risk assessments to identify potential hazards, assess risks, and recommend appropriate control measures.
Collaborating with department heads and employees to raise awareness about OH&S issues and foster a safetyconscious culture.
Investigating accidents, incidents, and near misses to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
Keeping abreast of legislative changes and industry best practices in OH&S and proactively updating policies and procedures accordingly.
Maintaining accurate records and documentation related to OH&S activities, including incident reports, training records, and safety inspections.
Managing Workers Compensation administration, monitoring and reporting as well as Return to Work

To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and skills:

Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field. Relevant certifications and additional training would be advantageous.
Exceptional understanding of Victorian requirements for WorkCover and Return to Work processes
Proven experience as an OH&S Officer or a similar role, preferably in
FMCG
Familiarity with manufacturing environments featuring pipes and pumps
Thorough knowledge of Victorian occupational health and safety regulations, standards, and best practices.
Detailoriented mindset with the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
A proactive approach to staying updated on industry developments and emerging trends in OH&S.

Reference Number:
JC-1

Profession:

FMCG
Date Posted: 06-Jun-2023