Regional Safety & Return-to-Work Leader (NSW & SA)

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

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.