If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us!

Partner with leaders to enhance safety, wellbeing, and risk management
Be part of a supportive, collaborative, and people-first culture
Large-scale Chelsea Heights site producing 100M+ litres annually

The Role

At Bega Group, we're committed to creating safe, supportive and thriving workplaces where everyone can do their best work. As our Safety Business Partner based at Chelsea Heights, you'll partner closely with site leaders and team members to foster a positive safety culture, provide trusted advice, and help create an environment where wellbeing and safety are at the heart of everything we do.

This is a hands-on, relationship-focused role where you'll influence positive outcomes through coaching, collaboration and continuous improvement, making a genuine impact on our people and operations.

Our Chelsea Heights site is located in Melbourne’s south-east, manufacturing a range of more than 44 milk, milk-based beverages and cream products. The site currently produces around 100 million litres of product every year!

Responsibilities

Partner with leaders and teams to identify opportunities that enhance workplace safety, wellbeing and risk management
Provide practical coaching, guidance and support that encourages safe behaviours and strengthens safety culture across the site
Facilitate risk assessments, workplace inspections, safety meetings and training initiatives that build capability and engagement
Analyse safety data and performance trends, sharing insights that support informed decision-making and continuous improvement
Lead and support incident investigations, collaborating with stakeholders to identify meaningful and sustainable solutions

About you

A Diploma or Certificate IV in Safety is desirable; however, we also welcome applications from candidates with equivalent industry experience
An experienced safety professional who enjoys partnering with leaders and teams to create safer, healthier workplaces
A confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build trusted, authentic relationships
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify risks, provide practical guidance, and support informed decision-making
Passionate about coaching and influencing others, fostering a positive safety culture and driving continuous improvement across the site

Bega Group Story

Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Dare on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.

Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and over 3000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!

Life at Bega Group

Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we’re committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.

Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture
Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression
Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with
Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs
Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance

Applications

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical .

At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.