Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor

Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor

About Us
Retail Food Group (RFG) is Australia’s largest multi-brand food and beverage franchise owner. We not only roast and supply premium coffee but also operate a leading pie and bakery factory, crafting high-quality baked goods. Our core focus lies with supporting its franchise partners to be more successful and to achieve greater profitability while at the same time working hard to ensure our customers enjoy the best products and services we have to offer.
  
The Role
As a Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) Advisor at Retail Food Group, you will be at the forefront of fostering a culture of safety and environmental responsibility. This role is pivotal in ensuring that our Company Stores division, support office, and factory locations operate within the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance. Your expertise will directly contribute to minimizing risks, preventing incidents, and promoting best practices across all levels of our organisation. By conducting regular audits, providing comprehensive training, and implementing effective HSW strategies, you will help safeguard our employees, customers, and the communities we serve. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in a dynamic and growing company, where your contributions will be valued and recognised. Join us in our commitment to excellence and be a key player in driving our mission of safety and sustainability forward. This role has the flexibility to work from our office locations in Brisbane or Gold Coast.
  
Key Responsibilities

• Develop HSW Policies - Create and implement health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Conduct Safety Audits – Perform regular safety audits and inspections across all company stores, support office and factory locations to identify potential hazards and ensure adherence to HSE standards.
• Training Programs – Design and deliver comprehensive training programs to educate employees on safety and environmental best practices.
• Incident Investigation – Investigate accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
• Risk Assessment – Conduct thorough risk assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies to minimise potential hazards in the workplace.
• Regulatory Compliance – Stay up to date with relevant HSE legislation and ensure the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Emergency Response Planning – Develop and implement emergency response plans and procedures, including conducting regular drills and training sessions.
• Safety Reporting – Maintain accurate records and reports of HSE activities, incidents, and compliance status, and present findings to management.
• Continuous Improvement – Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in HSE practices and implement innovative solutions to enhance safety and environmental performance.
• Collaboration and Communication – Work closely with management, employees, and external stakeholders to promote a culture of safety and environmental awareness, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across the organisation.

Skills and Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Health and Safety roles with proven expertise in developing HSW frameworks and leading cultural change.
• Relevant qualifications in workplace health and safety (Minimum Cert IV in WHS) with WorkCover accreditation as Return-to-work Coordinator highly advantageous.
• First Aid and CPR qualified or willingness to undertake training.
• Experience in leading safety audits including assessment and rating of key operational risks within a hands-on business environment.
• Working knowledge of WHS legislation and codes of practice.
• Effective time management and prioritisation skills.
• Demonstrated background in developing documentation, policies, procedures, SOP’s and Training material.
• Proven site-based experience in a factory setting – Highly regarded.

At Retail Food Group, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is key to fostering innovation and success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or marital status. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere for all employees. Join us and be part of a team where your unique perspectives and experiences are valued and encouraged.
  
For more information about RFG visit: www.rfg.com.au