Assurance Manager - Health, Safety & Wellbeing

Assurance Manager – Health, Safety & Wellbeing

Silver Fern Farms Ltd is seeking an experienced Assurance Manager to oversee assurance, audit and governance functions across our multi‑site operations.

About the Role

Reporting to the Group Health Safety Wellbeing Manager, this senior position is responsible for maintaining the Ora HSW Standards, coordinating audits, evaluating performance, and providing data‑driven insights to senior leaders and the Board. The role balances strategic oversight with hands‑on engagement, including regular site visits (approximately every 3‑4 weeks) to support continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain the Ora HSW Standards and evaluation processes across the organisation.
• Ensure HSW systems are aligned with regulatory requirements and best practice.
• Manage our assurance programme : plan, coordinate, and report on evaluations & reviews.
• Track performance against Group and site HSW plans, providing analysis and insights.
• Champion continuous improvement, using data to highlight trends and drive system enhancements.
• Provide specialist advice and guidance to operational and leadership teams.
• Contribute to a collaborative, high‑performing Group HSW Team focused on keeping our people healthy, safe and well.

About You

You bring proven experience in assurance, auditing or governance within a complex, multi‑site or highly regulated environment. Pragmatic, analytical and confident translating frameworks and data into practical outcomes, you navigate complexity, challenge constructively, and build trust across all levels of the organisation.

You Will Have

Why work at Silver Fern Farms

Silver Fern Farms is dedicated to creating goodness for the world through sustainable farming, community care, and a culture of growth and innovation. Joining our team means making a real difference in the health, safety and wellbeing of our people while working in an environment grounded in care, collaboration and continuous improvement.

To Apply

Applications close on 23 November 2025. Submit your application via the Silver Fern Farms Careers website.

Silver Fern Farms welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive environment and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all team members and applicants. For more about our commitments to people and work, visit

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