We are seeking a passionate, hands-on and driven WHS/OHS professional to join a successful chocolate manufacturer that keeps going from strength to strength.

The Successful Candidate will bring substantial relevant experience in a food manufacturing environment backed by relevant qualifications. Key requirements of the role include hazard identification, risk management, and incident investigation.

The Successful Candidate will champion a proactive safety culture across production, maintenance, and warehousing.

Exposure to developing and managing Safety or Environmental Management Systems will be highly regarded.

Travel between sites or future project locations may occasionally be required depending on business needs.

Key responsibilities:

- Partner with operational leaders to drive safety performance
- Conduct workplace inspections and risk assessments
- Lead incident investigations and corrective actions
- Support contractor management and permit systems
- Deliver toolbox talks and safety coaching
- Maintain safety systems and records through DoneSafe
- Assist with audits, emergency preparedness and compliance activities
- Support major projects, shutdowns and continuous improvement initiatives

The Successful candidate will possess:

- 3+ years WHS experience in manufacturing, FMCG or warehousing
- Certificate IV, Diploma or Degree in WHS/OHS




- Strong knowledge of Victorian WHS legislation
- Experience conducting incident investigations and risk assessments
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
- Able to build strong relationships from the factory floor through to senior leadership

About the company

Our client is a leading chocolate manufacturer based in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. With a significant number of manufacturing sites globally, they are poised towards further growth locally, with newly created vacancies across production, NPD, QA and engineering in the pipeline.

About Veritas Recruitment

Veritas are committed to placing you in the perfect temporary/contract or permanent role, the one thing we do is listen! We understand the markets in which we work and provide advice on how to leverage yourself for the best opportunities. Our approach is honest, straight forward and responsive. We ensure that you are supported and guided through every step of the process and always treated as an individual.

https://www.veritasrecruitment.com.au/

How to apply

Please click APPLY to submit your resume and cover letter.

Questions can be directed to Leah Creswick at Veritas Recruitment on 0426 842 203.

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