Health & Safety Manager

Health & Safety Manager Shape Safety Excellence at Detmold Group

Are you an experienced Health & Safety professional ready to lead safety initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment If you have proven expertise in self-insurance management audit leadership and building strong safety cultures we want to hear from you.

About the Role

As our Health & Safety Manager you will lead the health safety and injury management function for our South Australian operations while providing key support to our Group Health and Safety Manager on enterprise-wide safety initiatives.

This is a strategic and hands on leadership role where youll be responsible for maintaining our self-insurance license leading comprehensive safety programs and partnering with operational leaders to embed a proactive safety culture across the site.

Key Responsibilities

Self-Insurance & Compliance

• Maintain compliance with South Australias self-insurance license requirements
• Manage workers compensation claims return-to-work programs and regulatory reporting
• Monitor claims performance and maintain relationships with medical providers and insurers

Safety Management & Risk Leadership

• Lead implementation of WHS management systems aligned with ISO 45001
• Conduct hazard identification risk assessments and lead safety audits
• Develop site-specific safety standards procedures and training programs

Injury Management

• Oversee early intervention and injury management to optimize recovery outcomes
• Investigate incidents identify root causes and implement corrective actions
• Track and report on safety KPIs including TRIFR LTIFR and return-to-work performance

Culture & Leadership

• Partner with Operations Leaders to build safety leadership capability
• Coach site leaders on safety accountabilities and drive engagement in safety initiatives

What Youll Bring

Essential:

• Tertiary qualifications in Work Health & Safety or related discipline
• Minimum 5 years experience as a Health & Safety Manager in manufacturing
• Proven experience managing self-insurance obligations including claims management and ReturnToWorkSA compliance
• Strong audit experience including leading internal audits and driving corrective actions
• Comprehensive knowledge of South Australian WHS legislation and ISO 45001
• ICAM investigations qualification and experience

Personal Attributes:

• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills
• Collaborative team player who builds effective relationships
• Pragmatic problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset
• Credible safety leader with integrity and accountability

Why Join Detmold Group

• Make a Real Impact: Lead safety for a critical manufacturing site while contributing to Group-wide safety excellence
• Career Development: Work alongside an experienced Group Health & Safety team with opportunities to expand your scope
• Strong Leadership Support: Report to an engaged Group Manager who will mentor your development

About Detmold Group

Detmold Group is a global packaging manufacturer with a proud Australian heritage spanning over 75 years. Our commitment to safety sustainability and operational excellence underpins everything we do.

How to Apply

Apply now with your resume and cover letter outlining your self-insurance and audit experience.

Detmold Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Please address your application to Jennifer Pryor. Applications must be submitted online. For confidential enquiries contact Jennifer Pryor Talent Acquisition Partner on

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Detmold Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.