Safety and Wellness Operations Manager

We are a successful civil contracting business who has been operating in Australia for over 35 years. With the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2, yet the expertise of a Tier 1, and the enhanced resources of one of the largest, world-class construction companies, VINCI, our employees and clients get the best of three worlds.  

There has never been a better time to join our team – with several project wins on the horizon, including a major project with packages to be awarded in early 2025, you'll have the chance to be part of exciting new ventures and contribute to shaping the future of infrastructure in Melbourne. 

As a progressive, leading civil engineering firm built on the strong foundations of our unique history, we engage, enable and empower our people to be better. With you, we are altogether stronger, in building the future we want.  

We are looking for an experienced Safety and Wellness Leader to drive safety initiatives, ensure compliance with regulations, and manage risk assessments across projects. You will mentor site personnel, lead incident responses, and collaborate with stakeholders to promote a safe and healthy work environment. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader with strong communication skills, experience in safety management, and a commitment to continuous improvement in safety performance. 

About the role:

• Champion safety initiatives: Promote safety policies, mentor project personnel, and lead safety initiatives to drive continuous improvement in safety performance across all project levels. 
• Compliance and risk management: Develop and maintain safety competency frameworks, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and conduct risk assessments to manage high-risk activities. 
• Incident management: Lead safety incident responses, conduct thorough investigations, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. 
• Mentoring and site support: Lead, mentor, and support site personnel, ensuring alignment with safety and wellness goals, and foster a collaborative, positive work environment. 
• Stakeholder engagement: Act as the primary contact for clients and external stakeholders, ensuring safety and wellness requirements are met and maintaining clear communication on safety performance. 

The successful applicant will have the following skills and experience:

• Minimum Diploma qualification in WHS or related field supported by Certificate IV in OHS or equivalent.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122). 
• SIA Lead Auditor Certification.  
• Mental Health First Aid Certification or equivalent. 
• ICAM Lead Investigator Training.  
• Current Driver’s Licence. 

We have a range of additional benefits available for our employees:

• Health & Wellbeing – discounted health insurance, seasonal vaccinations, wellness discounts, fertility benefit and employee assistance program (EAP). 
• Time for life / Work life balance – birthday leave, purchased leave program, paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements. 
• Financial wellbeing – competitive remuneration, annual performance bonuses, salary continuance insurance and employee share program. 
• Career development – training, mentoring programs, and leadership development program. 

Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Driver’s Licence and have their own transport.

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans. Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction toward having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all. 

Next steps:

• Submit your CV online to apply for this role.
• All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check. 
• Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia. 

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To learn more about us, visit www.seymourwhyte.com.au

Reference code: (494286)

Our internal Talent Acquisition team is managing this role; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.