Site Health & Safety Leader for Construction Projects

Bouygues Construction Australia; Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bouygues Construction Australia is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to lead safety across a major construction project. You will develop plans, coordinate site safety activities, and ensure compliance with legislation while fostering a proactive safety culture among leadership, site teams, and subcontractors.

You will review risk assessments, conduct inspections, and drive incident investigations with corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in OHS/Construction Management or related discipline.
• Experience in health and safety on construction projects.
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, construction risks, and safe working practices.
• Experience conducting inspections, audits, incident investigations, and risk reviews.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the project health and safety plan, procedures, and supporting documentation.
• Advise project leadership and site teams on safety legislation, standards, and project-specific requirements.
• Review risk assessments, method statements, and safe systems of work for planned activities.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and observations; record findings and track actions through to closeout.
• Identify hazards and emerging risks and work with teams to put suitable controls in place.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; identify causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor subcontractor safety performance and support them in meeting project requirements.
• Deliver or coordinate inductions, briefings, toolbox talks, and other safety training.
• Maintain safety records and prepare reports on performance, incidents, inspections, and outstanding actions.
• Support emergency planning and coordinate drills or other preparedness activities.
• Promote consultation, communication, and continuous improvement in health and safety across the project.

Skills

Health & Safety leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Communication

Influence at all levels

Education

Diploma of Work Health & Safety or Bachelor's degree in OHS/Construction Management

Job description

Bouygues Construction Australia is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to lead safety across a major construction project. You will develop plans, coordinate site safety activities, and ensure compliance with legislation while fostering a proactive safety culture among leadership, site teams, and subcontractors.

You will review risk assessments, conduct inspections, and drive incident investigations with corrective actions.