NSW & SA Safety and RTW Manager

Americold Logistics, LLC.; Blacktown; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Autonomy and influence

Fitness Passport

Training and development

Novated leasing

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Americold is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to provide practical safety leadership across multiple sites. You will partner with operational leaders to foster a positive safety culture and ensure WHS compliance while driving safety performance regionally.

You will lead risk assessments, manage critical risks such as ammonia refrigeration and hazardous chemicals, oversee incident investigations and ensure effective corrective actions, while mentoring teams and guiding regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in WHS or related discipline.
• Experience in safety, risk, process safety or Return-to-Work roles.
• Experience in operational, industrial, manufacturing, logistics environments.
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation and compliance.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and risk assessments.
• Excellent coaching, influencing and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with site leaders to promote safe work practices and strong safety leadership.
• Support the implementation and ongoing improvement of Americold's Safety Management System.
• Lead risk assessments and assist sites to identify, assess and control workplace hazards.
• Support the management of critical risks, including ammonia refrigeration systems, hazardous chemicals and high-risk plant.
• Lead or support incident investigations and ensure effective corrective actions are implemented.
• Provide guidance on WHS compliance, electrical safety, contractor management and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with emergency management planning, training and site readiness activities.
• Coordinate Return-to-Work programs and support injury management activities.
• Analyse safety data and provide insights and recommendations to leaders.
• Maintain a strong presence in the field and build relationships with frontline teams.

Skills

WHS compliance

Incident investigations

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Workplace Health & Safety

Tools

ICAM Training

HAZOP

Job description

Join the Cold Chain That Feeds the World.

For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world – and we’re looking for people who share that purpose. We value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people’s growth and well-being. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a company that puts people first, Americold is the place for you.

Americold is a global provider of temperature-controlled infrastructure. We partner with farmers and food producers to ensure their perishable and frozen products reach food suppliers, restaurants, and your local grocery store without spoilage. Our customers, which include some of the most respected brands in the food industry, rely on our expertise and commitment to safety in order to deliver on their commitments.

Americold is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to provide practical safety leadership and support across multiple sites. This role partners closely with operational leaders to drive a positive safety culture, ensure compliance with WHS legislation, and improve safety performance across the region.

What You'll Be Doing

• Partner with site leaders to promote safe work practices and strong safety leadership.
• Support the implementation and ongoing improvement of Americold's Safety Management System.
• Lead risk assessments and assist sites to identify, assess and control workplace hazards.
• Support the management of critical risks, including ammonia refrigeration systems, hazardous chemicals and high-risk plant.
• Lead or support incident investigations and ensure effective corrective actions are implemented.
• Provide guidance on WHS compliance, electrical safety, contractor management and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with emergency management planning, training and site readiness activities.
• Coordinate Return-to-Work programs and support injury management activities.
• Analyse safety data and provide insights and recommendations to leaders.
• Maintain a strong presence in the field and build relationships with frontline teams.

What You'll Bring

• Tertiary qualifications in Workplace Health & Safety or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years' experience in a safety, risk, process safety or Return-to-Work role.
• Experience working in operational, industrial, manufacturing, logistics or similar environments.
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and risk assessments.
• Excellent coaching, influencing and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• ICAM Investigation training and experience with HAZOP or similar risk methodologies will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

At Americold, we recognise that our people are critical to our success. In return for your leadership and expertise, we offer:

• The opportunity to lead a significant, complex operation within a successful and growing global organisation
• A value-driven culture centred on safety, integrity, teamwork and giving back to the communities in which we operate
• A competitive remuneration package, including bonus eligibility
• A role with genuine autonomy, influence and long-term career development opportunities
• Access to Fitness Passport, supporting your health and wellbeing
• Structured internal training and development programs to support your growth as a leader
• Novated leasing options
• Paid parental leave, supporting you and your family during life’s important moments

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with applicable employment laws.

What We Offer

At Americold, we believe in taking care of our people. We offer benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and future. Our associates know what’s in it for them – opportunity, purpose and a values-driven culture. When you join Americold, you become part of a mission to help our customers feed the world.

U.S. Only: Americold offers a range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, STD/LTD coverage, 401(k) with Company match, FSA, life insurance, EAP, and paid time off, some of which may vary depending on the particular position and whether it is covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA).