Job Description
JBS Australia, part of the global JBS business, is the largest and most respected meat and food processor in Australia with a strong portfolio of leading beef, lamb, pork, salmon and value-added products. Our Northern division operates five beef processing plants across Queensland and Northern NSW, producing more than 400,000 tonnes of beef products every year. Located 12km south of Townsville, a major gateway to Queensland’s world-renowned Great Barrier Reef, the JBS Townsville Plant is JBS Australia’s most northern operation. Cattle are sourced from a wide supply area, including the Northern Territory, north and north-western Queensland and packed into the AMH brand, the most trusted name in beef. The plant employs approximately 500 team members with a processing capacity of 900 head of cattle per day, operating 5 days per week. About the Role Due to an internal development opportunity, our Townsville Plant is currently recruiting a Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) and Return to Work (RTW) Advisor to join the team in a full-time capacity. Reporting to the Plant Manager, the WHS & RTW Advisor will work closely with our management team and play a vital role in the successful operation of our processing plant. Your key responsibilities will include: Promoting and influencing a positive safety culture Liaising with stakeholders regarding WHS and IMC, maintaining a strong focus on continuous improvement and best practice Ensuring safe systems of work are followed in accordance with Company Policies and Procedures Utilising the WHS Safety Management System Matrix to plan and review compliance Facilitating consultation activities for the site including toolbox talks, safety observations, consultative committee meetings Conducting incident investigations and safety reports Conducting WHS audits, inspections identifying risks and hazards Carrying out associated administrative tasks, statistics and reporting Providing workplace rehabilitation assistance to employees in accordance with legislative and Company policies Overseeing the onsite injury management early intervention clinic Overseeing effective operation of the site first aid office Consulting with the Workers Compensation department regarding injury management processes and claims progression About You Must have previous WHS and IMC experience Must have Cert IV Work Health and Safety or higher Must have Rehabilitation and Return to Work Coordination (or equivalent) vocational competencies Must have completed Fire Safety Advisor training or willing to obtain Working knowledge of WHS Act 2011, regulations, Code of Practice and Australian Standards Sound working knowledge of QLD Workplace Rehabilitation Legislation Exposure to a large self-insurance organisation advantageous Effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills Strong organisational, time management and problem-solving skills Strong interpersonal skills Ability to work within a team environment Must have current Australian work rights Why work for JBS Australia? Heavily discounted JBS products Retail discounts with national partners Health insurance discounts with Bupa and Medibank Ongoing training and career development opportunities Interested? APPLY NOW!