Health, Safety & Wellbeing Manager

JBS Australia’s Southern Division, headquartered in Melbourne, has the largest multi-species processing facility in Australia, processing beef, sheep, and goats. JBS Southern processing facilities have access to all major international markets, providing our livestock suppliers with a range of markets and brand opportunities.

At JBS, we foster a positive and inclusive culture that values diversity and teamwork. We are committed to your professional growth, offering robust career development opportunities within one of the world's most respected organisations. JBS Australia is a leading meat processing company, committed to delivering high-quality products to our customers both domestically and internationally. We pride ourselves on our innovation, sustainability, and dedication to excellence.

At JBS, safety and wellbeing are more than compliance—they’re a shared responsibility and a core value. We’re looking for a Health, Safety & Wellbeing Manager to lead strategic and operational initiatives at our Brooklyn Plant, one of Australia’s largest multi-species meat processing facilities. This is your opportunity to influence decisions, drive cultural change, and make a real impact on the wellbeing of over 1,400 employees in a high-risk, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute site-specific Health, Safety & Wellbeing strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Champion a proactive safety culture and embed accountability across all departments and shifts.
• Ensure compliance with Victorian WHS legislation, food safety standards, and industry codes of practice.
• Lead investigations into incidents and near misses, ensuring root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Oversee risk assessments for high-risk areas including slaughter, boning, packing, and cold storage zones.
• Design and implement wellbeing programs addressing physical and psychological demands of meat processing work.
• Promote mental health awareness and resilience through training and support services.
• Lead injury management and return-to-work programs, ensuring timely interventions and accurate reporting.
• Manage and develop a team of professionals across health, safety, wellbeing, and first aid.
• Build strong relationships with employees, contractors, union representatives, and regulators.
• Represent the site in external audits, industry forums, and regulatory engagements.

What you will bring to the table:

• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Health & Safety, Risk Management, or related discipline.
• 5–7 years’ experience in a senior safety leadership role within food manufacturing or meat processing.
• Demonstrated experience managing wellbeing programs, injury management, and first aid teams.
• Strong understanding of Victorian WHS legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Influential leadership skills with the ability to drive cultural change and engage diverse teams.
• Analytical and data-driven approach to safety performance and risk management.
• Passion for employee wellbeing and psychological safety.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to be part of a leading company in the meat processing industry.

How to Apply:

Are you ready to be part of the 3rd largest Food & Beverage company in the world (just behind Nestle & Pepsi!) and have the opportunity to shape the future of our Operations strategy, working closely with leaders across the region?

We want to hear from you!