WHSE Leader

Ben Furney Flour Mills; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award-Winning Culture

Family-Owned Values

Regional Lifestyle

Growth & Development

Health & Wellbeing

Flexible work options

Job summary

Ben Furney Flour Mills in Dubbo, NSW, seeks a hands-on WHSE Leader to drive safety, wellbeing and environmental systems at its regional production site.

You will lead risk reduction, audits and incident investigations, partnering with Operations, Maintenance and HR to ensure compliance and continuous improvement within a people-first culture.

This role offers a career-defining opportunity to shape safety practices, mentor teams and contribute to a renowned manufacturing legacy.

Qualifications

• Experience in WHS, risk or compliance in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Qualifications in Work Health & Safety or Environmental Management (Cert IV / Diploma).
• Strong understanding of WHS legislation.
• Clear communication, coaching and leadership skills.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead and continuously improve WHSE policies and culture across the site.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance and HR to manage risk and ensure compliance.
• Coordinate the Risk Committee and oversee incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Conduct safety audits, hazard assessments and emergency drills.
• Maintain training, licences and return-to-work programs.
• Keep safety visuals sharp with signage and safety zones.

Skills

WHS

Risk management

Compliance

Leadership

Communication

Education

Cert IV / Diploma in WHS or Environmental Management

Job description

Be part of something bigger — and closer to home.

AtBen Furney Flour Mills, we’ve been proudly family-owned for over 100 years. From the heart of regional NSW, we combine traditional values with modern manufacturing innovation. Recognised as the2024 Employer of Choiceat the NSW Business Awards, we’re a company where people genuinely matter — and safety, wellbeing, and teamwork are at the core of everything we do.

Lead Safety Excellence at One of Regional Australia’s Most Respected Manufacturers

We’re looking for ahands-on, practical WHSE Leaderto drive our safety, wellbeing, and environmental systems at ourDubbo production site.This is a career-defining opportunity for an experienced safety professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-moving environment — and wants to lead meaningful change within a supportive, people-first culture.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and continuously improve WHSE policies, systems, and culture across the site.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance and HR to ensure risk is well-managed and compliance standards are met.
• Coordinate the Risk Committee, manage incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Conduct safety audits, hazard assessments, and emergency-response drills.
• Maintain training, licence and return-to-work programs.
• Keep our safety visuals sharp — signage, line-marking and safety zones that speak to our standards every day.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience inWHS, Risk or Compliancein manufacturing, logistics or industrial settings.
• Qualifications inWork Health & Safety or Environmental Management(Cert IV / Diploma).
• A proactive, practical mindset and strong understanding of WHS legislation.
• Clear communication, coaching and leadership skills — you know how to engage people, not just enforce rules.
• A passion for continuous improvement and teamwork.

Why Join Ben Furney Flour Mills

• Award-Winning Culture:Proud recipient of the2024 Employer of Choice Award(Western NSW Business Awards).
• Family-Owned Values:Integrity, teamwork, respect, and accountability in everything we do.
• Regional Lifestyle:Enjoy Dubbo’s balance of community, connection and career — without the city commute.
• Growth & Development:Access to our Emerging Leaders Academy, 6-month induction, and ongoing career planning.
• Health & Wellbeing:Comprehensive health, safety and wellness program for you and your family.
• Flexibility:Work options that suit both your professional goals and personal life.

Employee benefits

• Comprehensive health, wellness and safety program for you and your family
• Emerging leaders academy
• Annual career development planning
• Flexible work options

Eligibility

• Must have permanent Australian work rights and complete pre-employment checks
• Previous applicants need not reapplyOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted