Specialist - Risk & Assurance

About us

CBH is a leader in the Australian grain industry and the country's largest co-operative. Our work has meaning and is creating an exciting future - we're delivering WA’s grain to the world. Our advanced logistics network stretches across the State, connecting the growers of WA with our people, and providing opportunities for career growth in different roles and locations.

Ready to make an impact on a global scale with a local company?

We are CBH. We are what you're looking for.

About the role

This Permanent Full Time position plays a key role in ensuring compliance with CBH’s Integrated Management System (IMS) and Quality Certification standards, while supporting the maintenance of CBH’s Risk Management Framework. Based at our Head Office in Perth CBD, the role also involves travel to operational sites across WA for scheduled audits.

Responsibilities include:  

• Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support CBH Group’s strategic objectives through risk and assurance activities.
• Contributing to the implementation and maintenance of the Group’s IMS assurance plan and Quality Certification plan.
• Conducting audits and follow-ups across CBH’s network, reviewing systems, processes, and operational activities.
• Coordinating IMS effectiveness reviews and presenting key findings to management.
• Driving improvements in IMS assurance activities to ensure ongoing relevance and value.
• Performing internal audits to ensure compliance with standards such as ISO9001, ISO14001, HACCP, ISCC, FEMAS, and Heavy Vehicle Accreditations.
• Facilitating certification audits conducted by external bodies and managing the end-to-end process.
• Conducting audits related to Maritime Security.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to ensure efficient and effective adherence to certifications and management systems compliance.

About You:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in HSE Systems or a related role.
• Proven experience maintaining Quality Management Systems, including ISO9001, ISO14001, and HACCP.
• Strong background in conducting internal or external audits.
• Self-motivated with a passion for driving improvement in risk reduction through analytical and structured approaches.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Ability to manage cross-functional issues and drive resolutions.
• Highly developed verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing capability.
• Skilled in facilitating meetings and workshops.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.

Beneficial:

• Degree or diploma in Commerce, Business, Auditing, Risk Management, or Occupational Health and Safety.
• Lead Auditor qualification or certifications in ISO9001/14001, ISO31000:2018, HACCP, and/or AS4801/45000.
• Experience in food safety, rail safety, heavy vehicle, maritime security, and dangerous goods.
• Exposure to heavy industry environments.

Why work with CBH?

Work with meaning and being part of something bigger

Play a critical role in moving WA’s grain from paddocks to ports, and on to countries all around the world. With an advanced logistics network and grain trading on a global level, we provide growers with first-class representation in the world's food supply chain.

We value you

CBH is a large, complex and interesting business. We value autonomy and the unique perspective you offer. The difference you make is seen and recognised.

Your time is important

We know you have family and a life outside of work and we know this is important. We provide the flexibility and work-life balance that allows you to be there for the moments that matter.

CBH offer a range of employee focused benefits aimed to encourage a healthy work life balance, including:

• 13-weeks paid parental leave that can be taken in a flexible way to suit unique family needs;
• Free on-site gym facilities;
• Ongoing training and professional development to support your growth and help you achieve your goals;
• Corporate Employee discounts including travel, health insurance funds and financial services;
• Employee assistance program;
• Salary sacrificing scheme.

We'd love to hear from you!

CBH welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds, embracing inclusivity and diversity in our workforce.

To find out more about working with CBH visit httg://careers.cbh.com.au. Alternatively, to speak to a member of our People and Culture team, please contact (08) 9237 9589.

Please note we are not accepting agency applications.

If you are already employed directly by CBH, please log in using your CBH email address or apply via our internal jobs portal.