Wilmar Sugar Australia is part of Wilmar International, a leading global agribusiness with around 100,000 employees working across more than 30 countries and regions.
Across Australia and New Zealand, we operate two major business units, Sugar & Renewables and Sweeteners, employing 2,400+ people during peak/ seasonal operations with corporate offices in Melbourne, Brisbane, Townsville and Auckland.
As Australia’s largest raw sugar manufacturer and a top 10 global producer, Wilmar Sugar & Renewables runs eight sugar mills across North Queensland. We are also one of the nation’s largest generators of renewable electricity from biomass, a major producer of bioethanol, the largest sugarcane grower, and a key supplier of sustainable fertiliser and stockfeed.
About the Role
The Health and Safety Business Partner provides strategic and operational health and safety leadership across operations and functional areas, partnering with leaders and frontline teams. The role will foster a proactive safety culture while strengthening critical risk management and organisational capabilities through ownership and influence across the organisation.
You will support a portfolio across the Burdekin region balancing operational priorities with strategic health and safety initiatives to drive positive business outcomes.
Role Responsibilities
- Provide practical advice, guidance and coaching to employees, supervisors and managers on health and safety procedures, standards, legislative requirements and safe work practices.
- Coach and support operational leaders to lead meaningful safety conversations, toolbox talks and workforce engagement activities that strengthen risk awareness and safety ownership.
- Support behavioural safety initiatives and visible field leadership activities.
- Promote a proactive reporting culture and continuous improvement mindset.
- Facilitate high-quality incident investigations
- Support contractor safety management processes including onboarding, assurance and performance monitoring.
About you
We are looking for someone who brings:
Essential
- Relevant qualifications in Work Health and Safety
- Strong communication and relationship building skills, with the ability to influence and coach across all levels of the business
- Demonstrated experience in incident investigation methodologies (ICAM)
- Strong understanding of WHS legislation, risk management and critical risk controls
- Considerable experience in a safety role within manufacturing, processing or heavy industry
Desirable
- Sugar industry experience
- Lead Auditor qualification
- Experience with Power BI or Tableau
Why work for Wilmar
We want people who take pride in their work, enjoy building connections, and value opportunities to grow their career in a dynamic, future-focused organisation.
As a Wilmar employee, you will enjoy:
- Salary Sacrificing & Packaging – Options for super, novated leases and other eligible benefits
- Novated Vehicle Leasing (Fleetplus) – Flexible, affordable lease and maintenance options
- Superannuation – 14.5% super contribution, exclusive member benefits through the Wilmar Super Plan
- Corporate Discounts & Rewards – Savings on fuel, tech, travel, and major retail brands
- Health & Wellbeing – EAP, Medibank Corporate Cover, and eyewear discounts
- Travel & Lifestyle – Discounts on car hire, hotels, and flights to help you recharge
- Recognition & Workplace Giving – Milestone service awards, Values Awards and Charity Giving options available
Recruitment Process
Please note that if you are moving forward in the process, Wilmar requires employees to complete a Drug/Alcohol and medical assessment. Due to the nature of this role a National Police Check will need to be completed.
Wilmar is an equal opportunity employer.
