Lead Safety. Build Culture. Make a Real Difference.

Are you a passionate safety professional who knows that great safety outcomes are built on trust, influence and genuine engagement with people?

We are seeking an experienced Safety Manager to join a diverse and growing organisation based in Wangaratta, supporting a workforce of approximately 300 employees across multiple operational environments including manufacturing, warehousing and field-based technical services.

This is an opportunity to step into a highly visible leadership role where you will shape safety strategy, influence business performance and help create a workplace where everyone goes home safe every day.

About the Role

Reporting to senior leadership, you will lead and drive the Health, Safety and Wellbeing function across multiple sites and operational activities. You will develop, implement and continuously improve safety systems, ensuring compliance while fostering a practical, positive and people-focused safety culture.

You will be responsible for:

• Developing, implementing and managing the organisation's OHS Operational Plan
• Acting as the organisation's Return to Work (RTW) Coordinator
• Leading risk management activities, including hazard identification, risk assessments and controls
• Delivering and coordinating safety training, coaching and capability development
• Supporting managers and employees with task design, reasonable adjustments and injury prevention initiatives
• Facilitating meaningful consultation with employees, Health and Safety Representatives and key stakeholders
• Leading incident investigations using recognised methodologies such as ICAM, Root Cause Analysis and other contemporary investigation techniques
• Ensuring corrective actions are practical, effective and embedded into business operations
• Maintaining compliance with legislative, regulatory and reporting requirements
• Managing safety records, reporting systems and digital safety management tools
• Developing safety metrics, reporting insights and recommendations to support business decision-making
• Driving continuous improvement across all safety and wellbeing programs

About You

You are more than a compliance professional, you are a genuine leader who can connect with people, earn trust and positively influence behaviours at every level.

You will bring:

Essential Requirements

• Minimum Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety or Occupational Health & Safety
• Demonstrated experience in a similar Safety Manager, Safety Advisor or Health & Safety leadership role within manufacturing, industrial, logistics, warehousing, technical services or a comparable operational environment
• Experience as a Return to Work Coordinator
• Strong capability in risk management, safety systems and operational safety leadership
• Proven experience leading complex incident investigations and implementing sustainable corrective actions
• Excellent knowledge of reporting procedures, record-keeping requirements and safety management systems
• Strong understanding and application of digital reporting and safety management platforms
• Comprehensive knowledge of:
  • Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Victoria)
  • Victorian OHS Regulations
  • Relevant Australian Standards and industry best practice
• Current driver's licence

Personal Attributes

We are looking for someone who:

• Leads with authenticity, integrity and accountability
• Has an open, approachable and engaging communication style
• Can confidently influence and coach leaders, supervisors and frontline employees
• Builds strong relationships across all levels of the organisation and with external stakeholders
• Balances commercial understanding with a genuine commitment to safety and legal compliance
• Is highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused
• Thrives in a hands-on environment and enjoys being visible in the workplace rather than behind a desk

What's On Offer?

• Attractive $100K++ salary and benefits package
• Key leadership position with genuine influence across the organisation
• Diverse operational environment providing variety and challenge
• Opportunity to shape safety culture and drive meaningful change
• Work with a business that values people, safety and continuous improvement
• Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of living and working in beautiful regional Wangaratta

Ready to Lead the Way?

If you're a people-first safety professional with the experience, credibility and passion to create safer workplaces and stronger safety cultures, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact Dan Sawyer for a PD and more information in confidence on 0403 899143