Health, Safety & HR Support Officer

About Us

JBS Australia, part of the global JBS business, is the largest and most respected meat and food processor in Australia with a strong portfolio of leading beef, lamb, pork, salmon and value-added products. Our Northern division operates five beef processing plants across Queensland and Northern NSW, producing more than 400,000 tonnes of beef products every year.

Situated on 2,000ha, the JBS Riverina Plant is a part of the Riverina integrated farming, feedlot and processing operation. The cattle are walked from the feedlot to the plant, minimising stress and transportation costs, while simultaneously improving eating quality – one of only two in the southern hemisphere.

Based just outside Yanco, between the popular townships of Leeton and Narrandera in the heart of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation district (or Riverina region), our location ensures the ability to source high quality feeder cattle and grain to produce premium beef. The plant employs approximately 420 team members with a processing capacity of 600 head of cattle per day, operating 5 days per week.

Why work for JBS Australia?

• Competitive remuneration
• Novated leasing options
• Access to heavily discounted JBS products
• Retail discounts with national partners
• Health insurance discounts with Bupa and Medibank Private
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive Health, Safety & HR Support Officer to join our Riverina Plant team in a full-time capacity. Reporting to the HR Manager, you will play a key role in supporting WHS and HR processes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to expand their WHS and HR experience within a large, dynamic organisation.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Provide First Aid support and respond to workplace incidents
• Assist coordination of injury management processes, including the scheduling of physiotherapy appointments
• Conduct and coordinate pre-site testing
• Maintain accurate records and manage entries in HRIS and Injury management computer programs
• Assist with and participate in Work Health & Safety audits and compliance activities
• Provide general HR administrative support, including documentation, record-keeping and employee support
• Promote a strong safety culture across the site
• Support workplace rehabilitation in line with the Workers Compensation and Rehabilitation Act
• Liaise with medical providers, employees, and stakeholders regarding injuries

About You

• First Aid accredited (desirable, not essential)
• Experience in WHS, injury management or HR administration
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety practices
• A strong interest in workplace health, safety and HR
• Excellent organisation and administrative skills
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• A proactive, hands-on approach to supporting employees

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