Sustainability & Packaging Graduate

  Sustainability & Packaging Graduate

• Join a National Leading Company, certified as a ‘Great place to work 2023!’
• High achieving fun & inclusive team
• Permanent role | Based Wakerley | Free On-site Parking

About Us

The Winson Group has been operating for over 50 years and is an Australian second-generation family-owned organisation. The group includes leading brands such as SIGNET and insignia and is one of Australia's leading manufacturers and distributors of packaging materials, safety supplies and industrial marking products. 

We employ over 300 people and have several warehousing and manufacturing facilities across Australia in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and North Queensland. We have forged strong client partnerships with leading companies including Coles, Woolworths, Nestle, Caltex, Fosters and Australia Post.

Why work at Winson Group?

Our people tell us that at Winson Group, they get the best of both worlds. Our established position, our size and our culture mean you’ll get ‘big business’ structure, support and progression with the opportunities for ownership, direct impact and trusted, friendly relationships.

About the role

The Sustainability & Packaging Graduate is responsible for the creation, management, and documentation of packaging specifications, in line with sustainability targets.  The position will also implement sustainability projects to improve environmental outcomes across the business. This is diverse role that will offer you a step in Contractor Management and give exposure to APCO (Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation) auditing.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed packaging and product specifications 
• Implement and manage packaging specifications within our ERP system BC
• Liaise with all stakeholders to identify improvements for existing packaging formats using best practice guidelines such as the Sustainable Packaging Guidelines 
• Provide support and leadership to stakeholders for sustainability initiatives being implemented within the business
• Promote sustainable practices across the business
• Content Writing to promote our successes within ESG (Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance) assisting with storytelling element of our strategy 
• Liaise across HSEQ and get involved in projects across the wider team
• Ensure all sustainability projects are documented and relevant systems updated
• Support the development of the annual APCO (Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation) report and action plan
• Help develop and document key sustainable performance measures for the business
• Champion and help drive sustainable improvements across the business

Skills that can be gained/ or evolved in this role:

• Contractor Management
• Adaptable Communication skills
• Relationship Building
• Data Analysis
• Be exposed to HSEQ Projects
• Content Writing to promote our ESG (Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance)
• Commercial Acumen 

About you

• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communications skills
• Good problem-solving skills and continuous improvement mindset
• Positive attitude, keen to learn new things & a willingness to go the extra mile
• Excellent administrative skills and attention to detail
• Proactive, able to work autonomously or as part of a team
• Intermediate level of skill in the application of Microsoft Office

Additional Employee Benefits

• 2023 Certified A Great Place to Work!
• Free On-site Parking
• Birthday leave- be paid to have your birthday off, doing the things you love. 
• Access to a free Onsite physio
• Access to counselling, financial coaching, nutritional support, and legal consultation to assist you and your family through our Employee Assistance Program
• Social club, monthly BBQs, morning teas, and Christmas parties
• Employee of the Month awards and Safety awards 
• Training and development opportunities 
• Study Leave for an approved qualification

Please note applicants must have unlimited working rights in Australia.