WHSE Manager - Class 2 Developments

Linktal Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Linktal Recruitment seeks an experienced WHSE Manager to join a leading developer-builder on Sydney's landmark Class 2 residential project. You will lead WHSE systems, drive safety culture, and ensure compliance across site personnel and subcontractors.

This role offers autonomy, exposure to a $1–2 billion masterplanned development, and the opportunity to influence project-wide safety strategy with a supportive leadership team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a WHSE Manager or Senior WHSE professional within the construction industry.
• Sound knowledge of NSW WHS legislation, ISO standards, and construction safety management systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to influence safety culture across large project teams.
• Relevant WHS qualifications and White Card.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of project WHSE systems and procedures.
• Promote a positive safety culture across all site personnel, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with WHS legislation and company standards.
• Provide guidance and support to project teams on WHSE matters, incident prevention, and risk management.
• Lead incident investigations and implement effective corrective and preventative actions.
• Monitor subcontractor WHSE performance and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing safety training.
• Prepare WHSE reports and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Liaise with clients, regulators, and external stakeholders as required.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety and environmental performance across the project.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

WHS knowledge NSW/ISO

Communication

Safety culture influence

Education

White Card

WHS qualifications

Job description

About the Company

An industry-leading developer-builder is seeking an experienced WHSE Manager to join its growing team, delivering one of Sydney's most significant Class 2 residential developments.

This is a rare opportunity to play a key leadership role on a landmark $1–2 billion master planned multi-residential development, working with an established business renowned for delivering high-quality projects across NSW.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of project WHSE systems and procedures.
• Promote a positive safety culture across all site personnel, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with WHS legislation and company standards.
• Provide guidance and support to project teams on WHSE matters, incident prevention, and risk management.
• Lead incident investigations and implement effective corrective and preventative actions.
• Monitor subcontractor WHSE performance and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing safety training.
• Prepare WHSE reports and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Liaise with clients, regulators, and external stakeholders as required.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety and environmental performance across the project.

About You

• Previous experience as a WHSE Manager or Senior WHSE professional within the construction industry.
• Sound knowledge of NSW WHS legislation, ISO standards, and construction safety management systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to influence safety culture across large project teams.
• Relevant WHS qualifications and White Card.

What's on Offer

• $200K – $250K + Super (depending on experience).
• Opportunity to lead WHSE on a landmark $1–2B masterplanned residential development.
• Join one of Sydney's most respected developer-builders with an outstanding reputation.
• Long-term project pipeline offering career stability and future progression.
• High level of autonomy with the opportunity to influence project-wide safety strategy and decision-making.
• Supportive leadership team committed to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.