EHSQ Manager

Sandvik Ground Support Australia Pty Ltd.; Perth; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Employee benefits program

Discounted private health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Sandvik Ground Support Australia Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced EHSQ Manager to lead and continuously improve our environment, health, safety and quality systems at the Kewdale site in Perth. You will work with site leaders to strengthen safety culture, maintain ISO compliance and deliver meaningful improvements across the business.

This role involves risk assessments, audits, investigations and overseeing quality management; you will coach leaders and teams to achieve safe, sustainable and

Qualifications

• Diploma-level qualification in workplace health, safety and quality.
• Experience in an EHSQ, WHS or quality-focused role within manufacturing, mining, construction or similar environments.
• Sound knowledge of Australian WHS legislation and compliance obligations.
• Experience with safety and integrated management systems.
• Strong understanding of quality management principles and systems.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations and root cause analysis.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coach, motivate and develop others.
• Competency using Microsoft Office and delivering presentations.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation and continuous improvement of EHSQ systems, policies and initiatives across the site.
• Partner with operational leaders to strengthen safety, environmental and quality culture.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and ISO standards.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits and compliance reviews; drive corrective actions.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Oversee quality management activities including non-conformances and customer complaints.
• Monitor and report EHSQ performance metrics to leadership.
• Coach and develop leaders and teams in EHSQ best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Risk assessments

Incident investigations

ISO compliance

Communication

Coaching & development

Project coordination

Education

Diploma in WHS/Quality

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kewdale, Perth WA | Sandvik Ground Support

Are you an experienced EHSQ professional who enjoys combining strategic leadership with practical, hands-on support?

Sandvik Ground Support is seeking an EHSQ Manager to lead and continuously improve our environment, health, safety and quality systems at our Kewdale operation. Reporting to the EHSQ Manager APAC, you will work closely with operational leaders, department heads and site teams to strengthen our safety and quality culture, maintain regulatory and ISO compliance, and deliver meaningful improvements across the business.

This is an opportunity to influence positive change, build trusted relationships and support teams to achieve safe, sustainable and high-quality outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of EHSQ systems, policies and initiatives across the site.
• Partner with operational leaders and employees to strengthen a positive safety, environmental and quality culture.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and maintain systems aligned with ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 standards.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, workplace inspections and compliance reviews, driving corrective actions where required.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis and improvement initiatives to prevent reoccurrence.
• Oversee quality management activities, including non-conformances, customer complaints, audits and continuous improvement programs.
• Monitor, analyse and report EHSQ performance metrics, providing insights and recommendations to leadership teams.
• Coach, mentor and develop leaders and employees through training, guidance and EHSQ best practice support.

What you’ll bring:

• A diploma-level qualification in workplace health, safety and quality, or relevant industry experience.
• Experience in an EHSQ, WHS or quality-focused role within manufacturing, mining, construction or a similar operational environment.
• Sound knowledge of Australian WHS legislation, regulatory requirements and compliance obligations.
• Experience working with safety and integrated management systems.
• A strong understanding of quality management principles and systems.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations and root cause analysis.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• The confidence to build effective relationships and positively influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to coach, motivate and develop others.
• Competency using Microsoft Office and preparing and delivering presentations.

Highly regarded

• Lead Auditor or ICAM qualifications.
• Return-to-Work qualifications and experience.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
• Current Occupational First Aid Certificate.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, environmental management systems or quality-accredited organisations.

About us:

As a major manufacturer and supplier of ground control solutions for the mining and tunnelling industry, we offer a comprehensive product portfolio and hold a strong market position. We are committed to ongoing development of new technologies aimed at improving project safety and efficiency. We also provide galvanising and other related services to the mining, civil, marine, commercial, and industrial industries.

Training and development opportunities, from extensive internal programs to contributions towards external studies.

Benefits

• Company-funded Paid Parental Leave – gender neutral paid parental leave to support employees and their families.
• Comprehensive Employee Benefits Program – including novated leases, Salary sacrifice Superannuation and a Length of Service Recognition program.
• Discounted private health insurance and other perks with leading providers.
• Employer-funded Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family.
• Optional Fitness Passport for you and your family.

To be eligible for this role, you must have the right to live and work in Australia. Please note that as part of our recruitment process, you will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment medical.

We work to protect and advance people, enabling diversity, equity and inclusion in our business, human rights in our value chain and resilient communities where we work. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Sandvik is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women, reflecting our genuine commitment to gender equality, inclusive workplace policies, and meaningful support for women at every stage of their careers. We're passionate about creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all, and we encourage you to explore our policies and employee benefits on the WORK180 website.

Sandvik Ground Support Australia

Applications Close: 24 October 2026 or prior if ideal candidate is selected