Safety Manager: Infrastructure Projects Leader

Acciona Australia; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Acciona Australia is seeking a Safety Manager to deliver the Regional Safety Strategy on a large infrastructure project in Adelaide, SA. You will be accountable for a Safety Management Plan aligned with business and project goals, engaging senior leaders and frontline teams to drive safety performance.

You will build OH&S capability, reduce duplication, and grow our project team while staying up to date with regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• Tertiary degree in Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Extensive experience in construction safety management, with a strong understanding of construction processes, equipment, and hazards.
• High levels of agility and problem solving to drive OH&S strategy and execution.
• Developed leadership, coaching and mentoring skills coupled with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of state and federal safety regulations and requirements.
• Flexibility to work on site and travel if required.

Responsibilities

• Building safety capability with a focus on contemporary thinking and approaches to enhance safety performance across the project.
• Develop and shape the Safety Management Plan to mitigate risks and enhance safety performance.
• Identify and drive safety initiatives, innovations, and technology to lead industry best practice and enhance productivity outcomes.
• Drive safety excellence by designing, developing, and improving OH&S programs and processes.
• Conduct regular risk management, governance, and assurance activities, including safety audits, inspections, risk reduction networks, risk workshops, and leadership forums.
• Stay up to date with regulatory changes and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Analyse safety performance metrics and trends to identify areas for improvement.

Skills

OH&S Strategy

Construction Safety

Leadership

Regulatory Knowledge

On-site Travel

Education

OH&S degree

Job description

Acciona Australia is seeking a Safety Manager to deliver the Regional Safety Strategy on a large infrastructure project in Adelaide, SA. You will be accountable for a Safety Management Plan aligned with business and project goals, engaging senior leaders and frontline teams to drive safety performance.

You will build OH&S capability, reduce duplication, and grow our project team while staying up to date with regulatory changes.