Whs Manager

A W Edwards; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave (market-leading)

Novated leasing

Global mobility

Wellbeing and EAP

Expert in-house team

Learning and development

Diverse opportunities

Job summary

A W Edwards is a long‑established NSW builder recruiting an experienced WHS Manager to head a Data Centre project in Sydney’s West on a permanent, full‑time basis.

The role partners with an expert Site Team and Group Safety Manager to mentor others while expanding safety leadership across major projects valued up to hundreds of millions. A long‑term career with this employer of choice awaits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years’ experience as a Senior WHS Coordinator in construction.
• Cert IV or higher in Safety is required.
• Experience on large-scale commercial, Data Centre, health or government projects in Australia.
• Able to communicate face-to-face and resolve issues with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead WHS team on a Data Centre project in Sydney’s West.
• Collaborate with Site Team and Group Safety Manager for mentorship.
• Maintain high safety standards and comply with client expectations.
• Develop and deliver safety reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Client liaison

Communication

Report writing

Leadership

Education

Safety qualification

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

Information at a Glance

A W Edwards is a multi-award-winning builder with over 105 years of experience in Australia. We deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients and their communities by creating places that people want to work, live and play.
Based in Sydney, with a regional office in Port Macquarie, we specialise in the construction and fitting out of buildings that people use every day.

WHS Manager required to head up one of our Data Centre projects in Sydney's West - Excellent salary package and job security on offer!

• Snr WHS professional for a major Data Centre project
• Excellent salary package & job security on offer!
• 106+ year history in NSW - A true employer of choice in Construction

A W Edwards are looking to engage a WHS Manager on major Data Centre projects in Sydney - This is a permanent, full-time opportunity within a secure and stable, employer of choice in the NSW Construction industry.

A W Edwards

• Leading brand in the Australian construction industry
• Part of Bouygues Bâtiment International which is a subsidiary of Bouygues Construction – An International Construction Group
• Works across a range of market sectors for an array of public, private, government and institutional clients
• Proven track record of delivering innovative and quality products that exceed clients expectations.
• 105+ years of history in NSW Construction
• Lead the way with meticulous planning, knowledge, and a stringent control of design and construction
• Clients receive the quality they expect and deserve
• Modern construction software, systems and processes
• MBA Multi Awards winning builder
• Staff retention is the envy of the market
• Individual training geared to your chosen career path

Notable current projects

Ryde Hospital Redevelopment, Hyper-scale Data Centres, TfNSW Infrastructure and Education projects. Very secure pipeline of work well into 2029!

Our People

• Our people are our most valued asset and we place high importance on fostering the skills and knowledge of our employees.
• Our culture, teamwork and consultative approach are key to our company’s success and our high rate of staff retention.
• “We don’t look for people for projects but the projects for our people”

Our Employee Benefits

• Family-Friendly Policies: Receive market-leading paid parental leave to support your family needs.
• Novated Leases: Take advantage of novated leasing options to maximize your salary and enjoy tax savings on vehicle expenses.
• Global Mobility – Explore opportunities globally within the Bouygues BBI & Construction networks once established within the organisation
• Employee Wellbeing: Excellent discounts on Gym Memberships throughout NSW & Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for valuable support and resources.
• Expert In-House Team: Collaborate with our dedicated global experts in all areas in construction.
• Market-leading learning and development opportunities thru 1 on 1 and online training – We invest in our people from day one!
• Diverse Opportunities: Gain exposure to a wide range of roles and industry leaders in business – We are a flexible and understanding employer

About the Role

• Immediate requirement for an experienced WHS Manager to lead a team initially on a Data Centre project in Huntingwood and/or Lane Cove for a top Client.
• Working alongside and supporting a highly experienced Site Team & Group Safety Manager who enjoys mentoring and developing those around her
• With a long history of building some of NSW iconic buildings, A W Edwards will be around in the decades ahead and will be able to offer the successful candidate a long-term career.
• Overall company project values range from $60M up to $700M and our diverse expertise across multiple sectors means that no one project is the same, allowing you to continue to expand project knowledge and learn new techniques.

Requirements

• You will be either an established WHS Manager OR you will have gained a minimum of 5-7 years’ experience as a Senior WHS Coordinator within a first or second tier construction company environment and shown tenure.
• Ideally you will have experience of large-scale commercial, Data Centre, health or Government style projects here in Australia.
• You will have a Cert IV or above in Safety.
• We are not looking for an individual to work excessive hours but would rather the successful candidate be someone who is focused and productive during the standard office hours with a time-efficient approach.
• The successful person needs to be approachable, able to converse face to face and discuss and resolve disputes as opposed to relying on e-mails.
• This role will have extensive client liaison and will require someone highly adept at managing and working with a demanding and present client - Excellent communication and report writing skills are essential.
• Nothing quite matches a face to face meeting and building relationships with all stakeholders involved in the project.

Why join A W Edwards

• This is a top tier well known for creating a workplace that feels like a family company
• A strong corporate identity that will give you an opportunity to develop your construction career through a variety of projects in the future.
• Clear focus on delivering numerous key building projects in the Sydney Metro area.
• Here is an opportunity where you can grow within a business that rewards people who want to be future leaders and are driven by the organisation’s values on each of their projects.
• There aren’t many times in your career where you can honestly say, ‘I am working for the best!’

EEO

A W Edwards is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status or disability status.
We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, or applicants from disadvantaged groups to apply as well.

If you have any questions feel free to contact Alasdair Knight