WHSE Advisor

Job Description Our Pact Packaging division is pioneering a whole product life cycle approach to sustainable packaging. Partnering with global brands to local dairy producers, we integrate supply chain efficiencies and sustainable practices into everything we design and manufacture. About this opportunity We specialise in the manufacture and supply of rigid plastic packaging servicing for the consumer and industrial sectors. Our Villawood plastic packaging manufacturing site is seeking an experienced Health, Safety and Environment practitioner to take the lead on implementation of the Group health, safety and environmental strategy, management system and programs within Pact's household and industrial division. The role requires close collaboration with the leadership team, and WHSE teams to instil a culture of safety excellence, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement. Your key responsibilities Support Pact Packaging WHSE program aligning it with overarching objectives and values. Act as a subject matter expert for assigned WHSE elements and lead the development and deployment of associated policy, procedures, systems and programs. Promote and nurture a strong safety culture through heightened awareness, engagement, and continuous improvement efforts. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and the WHSE personnel to be effective safety leaders. Identify, assess, and mitigate workplace hazards specific to Pact Packaging's activities. Ensuring all sites have a current risk assessment and regular site inspections and observations are conducted to ensure effective hazard control measures are in place with a focus on critical risk areas, including machinery safety, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, traffic management, chemical safety, and working at height protocols. Maintain an up‑to‑date knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations and ensure Division‑wide compliance through a program of audits and compliance checks. Act as the interface with regulatory authorities when necessary. Incident Reporting and Investigation: Management of high‑risk events and notifiable incidents, ensuring they are reported within the required timeframes and providing support to sites in incident investigations and corrective actions. Oversee the development and delivery of tailored WHSE training programs at all levels within the Division. This encompasses employees, contractors, and visitors to ensure comprehensive education on WHSE matters. Create and maintain all Division‑specific health and safety procedures and guidelines. These protocols should complement the Group procedures and continually reflect industry best practices and legal requirements. Provide "on the ground" support within the Villawood site including specialised WHSE tasks, such as risk assessments and solutions identification. Prepare and present monthly reports on WHSE performance. Your skills and experience Extensive knowledge of Australian WHS and environmental legislation Proven experience in a WHSE role within manufacturing or industrial sectors Strong influencing and change management skills Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities Analytical skills for incident investigation and risk assessment Experience with WHSE management systems (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 14001) Ability to influence and drive cultural transformation Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field Postgraduate qualifications in HSE or Risk Management (desirable) Certification in Lead Auditing (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 14001) First Aid and Emergency Response Training Membership with professional bodies (e.g., AIHS, EIANZ) is advantageous Additional Information About us Our vision is to lead the circular economy through packaging, reuse and recycling solutions. It’s a future‑driven group commitment, designed to create lasting value. We’re the largest plastics recycler in Australia and New Zealand and one of the region’s biggest users of recycled materials. We have 6,000+ team members, operate 110 manufacturing facilities across 15 countries, and our customers include some of the world’s largest brands that consumers know and trust. As a global leader in circular and sustainable packaging solutions, we’ve committed to lead the circular economy through a $500 million investment plan. For us, it’s about finding new and better ways of doing things. Ways to grow business, to give back to the environment and to enrich people’s lives every day. Our promise is to create a better and more prosperous world all round. That’s our future Pact. Let’s lead the way together. *Please note our team is taking a break from December 19th back on 5th January. We look forward to being in contact with you then Happy Holidays Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Quality Assurance Packaging and Containers Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr