WHSE Manager

Projected Resources; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Westbury Constructions is seeking an HSEQ Manager to lead and continuously improve its Integrated Management System across construction, building services and maintenance.

Based at head office in Vineyard with regular site travel, you’ll manage a team of HSEQ Advisors and Coordinators, act as the primary HSEQ representative to clients and regulators, and report to the Group CEO.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a senior HSEQ role within construction.
• Detailed knowledge of NSW WHS legislation and Codes of Practice.
• Experience managing ISO-certified management systems and external audits.
• FSC audit experience is a strong advantage.
• Strong incident investigation background (ICAM or equivalent).
• Lead Auditor qualification and Diploma of WHS (or higher) preferred.
• Experience across education, government or health projects advantageous.
• Ability to communicate credibly from site to boardroom.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the Integrated Management System across all projects and offices.
• Maintain FSC accreditation and lead the surveillance audit cycle.
• Maintain ISO 45001, 9001 and 14001, CM3 and contractor prequalification requirements, and coordinate external audits.
• Review and approve SWMS, CEMPs, traffic and site safety management plans and risk assessments.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis and corrective action close-out.
• Run internal quality audits, ITPs and non-conformance processes across projects.
• Coach Project Managers, Site Managers and subcontractors on risk management and best practice.
• Deliver weekly and monthly reporting to the executive leadership team.
• Support tenders and prequalifications by demonstrating HSEQ capability.

Skills

Senior HSEQ experience

NSW WHS knowledge

ISO management systems

Lead Auditor qualification

Stakeholder communications

Education

Diploma of WHS or higher

Lead Auditor qualification

Job description

Own HSEQ for a growing Tier 2/3 builder – and sit at the executive table while you do it. Westbury Constructions is looking for an HSEQ Manager to lead, develop and continuously improve its integrated management system across construction, building services and maintenance operations.

About the company

Westbury is a reputable, family-owned builder that has grown from Tier 3 into Tier 2 territory over 15 years – now $85M in turnover with around 40 staff across Sydney, Newcastle and regional NSW – and is building towards a fully integrated building group across three divisions: Construction, Building Services and Maintenance. The business delivers government, education, aged care, community and SDA projects and holds Federal Safety Commissioner accreditation alongside ISO 45001, 9001 and 14001 certification. It's known for keeping its people – one of its Directors has been with the business for 15 years and several managers started on the tools.

The role

Reporting to the Group CEO and based at head office in Vineyard with regular site travel, you'll lead a team of HSEQ Advisors and Coordinators and act as Westbury's primary HSEQ representative to clients, regulators and industry bodies. You'll:

• Develop, implement and maintain the Integrated Management System across all projects and offices
• Maintain FSC accreditation and lead the surveillance audit cycle
• Maintain ISO 45001, 9001 and 14001, CM3 and contractor prequalification requirements, and coordinate external audits
• Review and approve SWMS, CEMPs, traffic and site safety management plans and risk assessments
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis and corrective action close-out
• Run internal quality audits, ITPs and non-conformance processes across projects
• Coach Project Managers, Site Managers and subcontractors on risk management and best practice
• Deliver weekly and monthly reporting to the executive leadership team
• Support tenders and prequalifications by demonstrating HSEQ capability

About you

• 5+ years in a senior HSEQ role within construction, ideally Tier 2/3 commercial
• Detailed knowledge of NSW WHS legislation and Codes of Practice
• Experience managing ISO-certified management systems and external audits – FSC audit experience a strong advantage
• Strong incident investigation background – ICAM or equivalent highly regarded
• Lead Auditor qualification and Diploma of WHS (or higher) preferred
• Experience across education, government or health projects a strong advantage
• Able to communicate credibly from site to boardroom

What's on offer

• Direct reporting line to the Group CEO and a seat on the executive leadership team
• Ownership of an FSC-accredited, certified IMS you'll shape, not one you'll simply maintain
• A growing portfolio across government and community sectors, with subcontractor management systems already in place
• A family-owned business where tenure and internal progression are the norm