We are seeking a diligent, proactive Health and Safety professional to join our dynamic team. In this role, youll ensure full compliance with HSE policies and procedures across Empact-managed sites, conduct site inspections, lead training, and support our teams in building a strong safety culture. If youre highly engaged, detail-oriented, and confident communicating across all levels of an organisation wed love to hear from you. Experience in a food production environment is essential.
Education And Experience Required
- B-Tech / National Diploma in Environmental Health
- OR National Diploma in Food Technology / Food Science with additional safety, environmental, health, or risk management training (NEBOSH advantageous)
- Minimum 5 years experience in food production, food manufacturing, or auditing food safety management systems
- Ability to collaborate across all levels and work within a multi-disciplinary team
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a heavy workload
- Experience handling challenging situations and stakeholders
- Valid drivers licence, own car, and willingness to travel to remote sites
- Develop, implement, and monitor HSE policies, procedures, and reporting across the business
- Maintain and update Integrated Risk Management Systems and documentation
- Conduct pre-mobilisation risk assessments for new sites and support sales and operations with risk mitigation strategies
- Perform scheduled food unit audits and compile detailed reports, including non-conformances and corrective actions
- Contribute to training material development and conduct on-site HSE training for operational teams
- Work closely with the Incident Management Controller to ensure accurate reporting and classification of incidents
- Investigate incidents, verify classifications, and support Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Recommend policy improvements based on incidents, near misses, and site findings
- Support units in maintaining COFPA and other legal compliance requirements
- Stay updated on legislation changes and communicate impacts to the business
- Liaise with government and regulatory bodies (EHPs, Department of Health, fire department, etc.)
- Prepare and present HSE reports, statistics, and trend analyses
- Participate in regional management meetings and provide insights on compliance and improvement opportunities
- Plan travel efficiently and manage expenses within budget
- Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and adherence to the companys Code of Ethics
- Ensure clear communication with internal teams on updates or operational changes
