Director, QEHS - APA

Metso Corporation; West Perth; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in sustainable minerals processing is seeking a Director of Quality, Environment, Health & Safety (QEHS) to influence strategy and drive operational excellence. This role focuses on championing a proactive safety culture, elevating quality, and leading sustainability initiatives across diverse operations. Ideal candidates will have extensive senior leadership in QEHS and strong knowledge of international standards. This position offers a unique chance to shape the future of QEHS in the Asia Pacific region with flexible working opportunities.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior leadership experience in QEHS within mining, industrial, manufacturing, or heavy engineering environments.
• Strong knowledge of international QEHS standards, ISO systems, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to lead cultural change and influence leaders in a complex global organization.

Responsibilities

• Champion a proactive Health & Safety culture across operations.
• Elevate Quality as a strategic priority.
• Lead Environmental & Sustainability initiatives aligned with global commitments.
• Act as the primary contact for risk and security management.

Skills

Health & Safety culture

Leadership in QEHS

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Tertiary qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or Quality

Job description

Director, QEHS - APA

Primary Location: West Perth, WA, AU

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 02/02/2026

Asia Pacific Leadership Role | Strategic Impact | Global Collaboration

Join a global leader shaping the future of sustainable minerals processing. We’re seeking an experienced and visionary Director - Quality, Environment, Health & Safety (QEHS) to partner with the President, Asia Pacific Market Area and Asia Pacific Leadership Team.

This is more than a compliance role – it’s a critical enabler of leadership excellence, operational resilience, and regional growth. The Asia Pacific organisation spans 38 countries, working closely with Metso’s executive team in Europe and around the world. You’ll play a pivotal role in embedding QEHS, risk, and sustainability into strategy and execution across diverse operations.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, influence at the highest level, and want to shape a legacy of safe, sustainable, high-quality operations – this role will energise and stretch you.

What Success Looks Like

You will:

• Champion a proactive Health & Safety culture across manufacturing, service centres, field operations, and offices.
• Elevate Quality as a strategic priority and business differentiator.
• Lead Environmental & Sustainability initiatives aligned with global ESG commitments.
• Act as the primary contact for risk and security management in APA.
• Maintain compliance with ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001) and regional legislation.
• Build capability and foster collaboration across geographically dispersed teams.

What You Bring

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Quality, or related discipline.
• Extensive senior leadership experience in QEHS within mining, industrial, manufacturing, or heavy engineering environments.
• Strong knowledge of international QEHS standards, ISO systems, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to lead cultural change and influence senior leaders in a complex, global organisation.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills.

Why Metso

At Metso, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven global organisation at the forefront of sustainable mining technology, digital innovation, and industry transformation. You’ll join a leadership culture that values empowerment, creativity, and growth – and have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact as we pursue ambitious regional goals.

This is a unique chance to shape a new chapter – influencing strategy, strengthening resilience, and building a high-performing Asia Pacific team.

Location: Perth preferred. Flexible working available. Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help us drive excellence in QEHS across the Asia Pacific region.

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change. Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2024 Metso had close to 17,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2024 were about EUR 4.9 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.