Team Executive – Occupational Hygiene & Hazardous Materials - Expression of Interest

WSP Australia; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Team Executive for Occupational Hygiene and Hazardous Materials. This leadership role involves fostering a safety culture, managing high-performing teams, and driving business expansion. Candidates should have a degree in Environmental Engineering or similar, extensive experience in the field, and proven leadership skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact safety and operational excellence within a respected organization.

Benefits

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Ongoing development opportunities

Commitment to health and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Recognised expert in Occupational Hygiene and Hazardous Materials.
• Extensive experience leading high-performing teams.
• Proven ability in managing complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a positive safety culture and prioritize team well-being.
• Mentor and coach team members for professional development.
• Develop new markets and service lines to drive business expansion.

Skills

Occupational Hygiene

Hazardous Materials

Leadership

Client relationship management

Business development

Project management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Engineering, Science, or equivalent

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

About the Role

Are you ready to lead innovation and drive operational excellence in Occupational Hygiene and Hazardous Materials? WSP’s Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) team is seeking expressions of interest from experienced leaders who are passionate about safety, technical excellence, and building high-performing teams.

As Team Executive, you will play a key leadership role, responsible for the strategic direction, operational excellence, and safety culture of our Occupational Hygiene, Hazardous Materials, and Laboratory practice streams at a national level. You will collaborate closely with business leaders, foster innovation, and ensure the delivery of safe, profitable, and high-quality services aligned with WSP’s organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and foster a positive safety culture, prioritising team well-being.
• Ensure staff are trained and deliver safe, profitable work.
• Identify and implement operational efficiencies and scalable practices.
• Prepare proposals and manage projects to achieve strategic goals.
• Empower leaders and senior team members to build a high-performance, diverse, and entrepreneurial culture.
• Develop new markets and service lines, driving business expansion.
• Champion a client-first mindset and deliver exceptional service.
• Mentor, coach, and support professional development across the team.
• Enhance business development capabilities and contribute to market action plans.
• Monitor client satisfaction and proactively manage feedback.

About You

You are a recognised expert in Occupational Hygiene and Hazardous Materials, known for building strong client partnerships and leading national teams. You excel at identifying new opportunities, driving commercial success, and delivering technical excellence. With strong financial acumen and a commitment to integrity, safety, and sustainability, you align with WSP’s values and future-focused vision.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Engineering, Science, or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in Occupational Hygiene and Hazardous Materials.
• Proven leadership of high-performing teams, including virtual/remote staff.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects and secure new business.
• Strong client relationship and business development skills.
• Experience in budget management, change leadership, and technical mentoring.
• Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Why Join WSP?

At WSP, you’ll join a global leader committed to technical excellence, innovation, and making a positive impact. Collaborate with passionate professionals, access ongoing development, and help shape a safer, more sustainable future.

Ready to make a difference?

Submit your Expression of Interest today and help us create a safer tomorrow. Expressions of Interest close on Tuesday 2nd December 2025.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 73,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.

With us, you can. Apply today.