SHE Specialist | Adelaide

Job Description

This role champions a proactive ‘never walk by' safety culture by driving strategic HSE initiatives, building site leadership capability, and ensuring compliance with the Goodman Fielder Safety and Environmental Management Systems. As a key member of the site leadership team, you'll influence stakeholders, support risk reduction, and collaborate nationally to elevate HSE performance across the site and region.

This role will:

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Engagement: Partner with site leaders to embed a high-performance safety culture and lead HSE initiatives.
• Compliance & Risk: Ensure adherence to safety legislation, audit standards, and emergency preparedness protocols.
• Systems & Training: Implement the GF HSE Management System, deliver training, and build team capability in safety procedures.
• Incident & Injury Management: Support injury prevention, CARE processes, and return-to-work plans.
• Hazard & Chemical Safety: Lead risk assessments, manage hazardous substances, and maintain asbestos and risk registers.
• Reporting & Auditing: Monitor HSE performance, conduct inspections, and report on compliance and trends.
• Environmental Impact: Identify opportunities to reduce energy and water usage in line with environmental goals.

You will bring

• A relevant degree or diploma in OHS, Science, Health, or equivalent (or currently studying)
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (desirable)
• Minimum 5 years' safety experience, ideally within FMCG or multi-site environments
• Strong knowledge of Australian OH&S legislation and Workers Compensation frameworks
• Experience in OHS and/or environmental auditing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
• Ability to perform under pressure and manage competing priorities
• Solid planning, organizing, and project management capabilities

About Us

Goodman Fielder are a leading regional food company across Australia, New Zealand and Asia Pacific, delivering some of Australia's most iconic and trusted brands including Wonder, Helgas, La Famiglia, White Wings and Praise.

We believe that success comes down to our people. We're driven by our values – Create Clarity, Better Together, Own It, and Collective Curiosity. – and we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. With operations spanning the APAC region, we offer real opportunities to grow your career across functions, brands and borders.

Why Goodman Fielder?

• Iconic brands – Work with some of AUs most trusted and loved food brands.
• Career growth & development – Genuine progression pathways across functions, brands, and countries.
• Supportive culture – Flexible working options and a collaborative, values-driven team.

Ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, values-driven environment? Apply now and help us shape a safer, more sustainable future.