Training & Development Manager

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JBS Australia is seeking an experienced Training & Development Manager to lead the Brooklyn site learning strategy across production, maintenance, value-add, cold stores and support functions, with a focus on safety, continuous improvement and career pathways. The role manages a team of Trainers, Coordinators and Assessors and requires 3–5+ years in L&D or HR development, TAE, and experience in manufacturing or food processing, plus compliance training. Key priorities include delivering the T&D strategy, audit-ready records, onboarding, and talent development. To apply, tailor your CV to show stakeholder engagement, system improvements and coaching ability, highlight WHS and HACCP familiarity, and provide concrete outcomes.

JBS Australia’s Southern Division, headquartered in Melbourne, has the largest multi-species processing facility in Australia, processing beef, sheep, and goats. JBS Southern processing facilities have access to all major international markets, providing our livestock suppliers with a range of markets and brand opportunities.

At JBS Australia, we foster a positive, inclusive and team‑focused culture where people are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the world’s leading food manufacturing organisations, we are committed to developing our people, driving operational excellence, and supporting long‑term career growth across our sites.

We are seeking an experienced and hands‑on Training & Development Manager to lead the learning and capability strategy at our Brooklyn site. This is an exciting opportunity to drive capability uplift across production, maintenance, value-add, cold stores and support functions, while shaping workforce development pathways that support site performance, safety and continuous improvement.

In this role, you will also lead and develop a diverse team of trainers fostering collaboration, accountability and a strong culture of learning across the site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering the Training & Development strategy for the Brooklyn site
• Coordinating operational, compliance, and job‑specific training across all departments
• Ensuring audit‑ready training records and compliance with WHS, Food Safety, HACCP and customer standards
• Leading the onboarding and induction experience for all new employees
• Supporting career pathways, apprenticeships, traineeships and leadership development
• Managing and coaching a team of Training Coordinators, Assessors and Trainers
• Enhancing learning systems, reporting accuracy and training process efficiency
• Partnering with internal leaders to build capability, develop talent pipelines and uplift on‑the‑job training

What you will bring to the table:

• Experience in Learning & Development, Capability, or HR Development (3–5+ years preferred)
• Tertiary qualifications in HR, Learning & Development, Education, Business or related discipline
• Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (TAE40116 or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of adult learning, instructional design and competency‑based frameworks
• Experience delivering training in manufacturing, logistics or food processing environments
• Familiarity with OHS, food safety, HACCP or other compliance training requirements
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple programs while maintaining accuracy and audit readiness
• Experience coaching and leading training teams

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to be part of a leading company in the meat processing industry.

Are you ready to be part of the 3rd largest Food & Beverage company in the world (just behind Nestle & Pepsi!) and have the opportunity to shape the future of our Operations strategy, working closely with leaders across the region?