Health, Safety & Environment Quality (HSEQ) Manager

Job Description

Health, Safety & Environment Quality (HSEQ) Manager As we continue to mature our positions and expand our teams, we're looking for a passionate Health, Safety, Environment Quality Manager to join our organization. This role is responsible for ensuring that all compliance around Safety is maintained at a high level and standards, including timely completion of all audits and ensuring legislation requirements are met. You'll be joining a dynamic and supportive team, where we prioritize both career development and work-life balance. We offer flexible working arrangements and foster a culture that values collaboration, innovation, and growth. If you're a positive team player and enjoy working as part of a great team and want to actively participate in our customer-centric culture, demonstrating commitment to “Our Reason for Being” and Values, and be an active contributor in delivery of Green Endeavour’s Just Cause and Mission, then this role is for you! Who we are: Green Endeavour houses well-known and respected wholesale brands Suncoast Fresh and Fruitlink. We are fresh produce and grocery food specialists highly respected within our market sectors through innovation, quality, networking, experience and education. Quality produce is our expertise. A bit about us Suncoast Fresh is a B2B wholesale company who supplies high-quality fresh produce to cafes, restaurants, bars and yachts across Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, Byron Bay, Toowoomba and beyond. Working closely with farmers, suppliers, chefs, business owners and hospitality account managers, we deliver a paddock to plate wholesale fruit and veg solution that meets the ever-evolving demands of the hospitality industry. Fruitlink supply fruit and vegetables to hundreds of customers throughout Queensland and New South Wales, and our passion is to provide everyone with highly nutritious and delicious fruit and vegetables, whether you’re in a metropolitan area or in a rural town. Our expertise lies in providing exceptional products to independent grocers and retailers, spanning a diverse spectrum of establishments, ranging from large supermarkets to convenient corner stores and high-end gourmet boutiques. Additionally, we offer comprehensive business solutions tailored to meet the needs of independent grocers and retailers, empowering our customers to achieve sustained growth, competitive advantage, and profitability. As one, our Just Cause, Mission and Values compile Our Reason for Being: Our Just Cause is to create sustainable communities where all people are educated, empowered and inspired by the joy of real food. Our Mission is to deliver sustainable fresh produce supply solutions and a premium customer experience across all market sectors through our high-performance team. We are guided by our Values of Camaraderie, Accountability, Sustainability, Innovation, Pride, and Trust in everything we do. In 2023 and 2024 we were recognized as an Employer of Choice through the Australian Business Awards. What we offer: A collaborative and supportive team culture where your contributions are valued. Opportunities for career progression in a growing organization. Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. A modern, newly designed office that encourages team collaboration and individual productivity. Discounted company products. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Health & Safety • Maintain support for a positive HSE culture and assist the team in rolling out initiatives aimed at reducing the risks of accidents.• Develop, implement and maintain health and safety policies, procedures, and programs in line with legislative requirements and industry best practices.• Conduct risk assessments, safety audits, and incident investigations, ensuring timely reporting and corrective actions.• Provide leadership and training to promote a safety-first culture across all levels of the organization.• Work collaboratively with human resources in managing the Workplace Rehabilitation and Return-To-Work policy.• Monitor and analyze safety performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.• Ensure emergency response plans and procedures are in place and regularly tested. Environment • Oversee environmental management systems and ensure compliance with regulatory and sustainability requirements.• Develop initiatives to minimize environmental impact, including waste reduction, resource conservation, and pollution prevention.• Conduct environmental audits and liaise with regulatory bodies as required.• Support the business in achieving its sustainability goals and certifications. Quality Assurance • Develop, implement, and maintain quality management systems to ensure product and service excellence.• Conduct internal audits, inspections, and quality control checks to maintain compliance with industry standards.• Lead investigations into product or process non-conformance, implementing corrective and preventive measures.• Work collaboratively with production and supply chain teams to improve quality outcomes. Compliance & Reporting • Ensure adherence to all relevant HSEQ legislation, standards, and company policies.• Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and communicate findings to senior leadership.• Stay up to date with changes in HSEQ regulations and recommend necessary adjustments to policies and procedures.• Support certification processes (e.g. HACCP, SQT, ACO) and ensure continuous compliance.• Manage Safety Culture software platform.• Travel to the other warehouse at least monthly.• Completion of all relevant compliance requirements within given timeframes including: completion of all allocated SafetyCulture training sessions and inspection checklists; all Employment Hero related compliance requirements including document signing and policy acknowledgements, and completion of all IT / Cyber-related training modules (if applicable).• Any other duties as required. What Will Make You Successful in This Role Qualifications, Skills & Experience: • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Quality Management, or a related field.• Minimum 4 years of experience in an HSEQ officer role.• Strong knowledge of relevant safety, environmental, and quality regulations.• Experience in implementing and managing HSEQ management systems and audits.• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.• Ability to influence and drive a culture of continuous improvement.• Excellent management, leadership and communication skills.• Extensive experience in the Fruit and Vegetable industry is advantageous.• Attention to detail.• Ability to professionally conduct business between both internal and external stakeholders.• Cert IV in WHS essential.• Previous experience with injuries/rehabilitation and return to work coordination. Please submit a cover letter addressing the above responsibilities, and your experience with your resume to be considered for the role by using the APPLY button. #J-18808-Ljbffr