General Manager Risk Environment and Quality

What you will do

• Govern enterprise risk, internal control, critical control assurance and business continuity frameworks. Lead environmental compliance, sustainability, energy efficiency, waste reduction and climate-resilience priorities. Govern Metro’s Integrated Management System, enterprise audit program, and quality and information-management standards. Shape executive decision-making through trusted advice on assurance, performance and emerging risk, while building strong relationships with key regulators, government and certification bodies. Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing team, building capability and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement Partner with the GM Safety to shape the Safety Division’s strategy and annual business plan, lead high-performing multidisciplinary teams, and drive meaningful change and continuous improvement. Skills and Qualifications you have: Mandatory: Tertiary qualification in risk, environment, safety, engineering, management, human factors or a related discipline. Substantial senior leadership experience in a complex, regulated and operationally critical organisation. Demonstrated experience leading enterprise risk management, internal control, assurance and business continuity fr ameworks. Demonstrated knowledge of quality, safety, environmental and asset management systems, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 55001, and relevant legislation. Ability to establish a sound working knowledge of an operational rail network and Metro’s regulatory and contractual environment. Strong strategic planning, commercial judgement, executive communication, stakeholder management, influencing and negotiation capability. Demonstrated ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams, solve complex problems, and deliver organisational improvement and change. Desirable: Postgraduate qualification or professional certification in risk, environment, quality, sustainability, governance or a related discipline. Experience in rail, transport, infrastructure or another safety-critical industry. Moving Melbourne starts with you: A career with Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM), means that you will work for a company that is known as a global leader in its field, one who prides themselves in getting Melbournians to where they need to go every day. Joining MTM means that you will: Have a rewarding career opportunity and the support and training to take your career to the next level. Be part of a safe, inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace. Be eligible to receive a free Myki Pass, allowing free public transport travel across Victoria. Have access to a wide range of corporate discounts, including healthcare, fitness, finance and more. Join a team making a real difference to Melbourne's rail network and the communities we serve. Next Steps: If this role resonates with your values, experience, and career growth, then click on the ‘Apply Now’ button, and submit your resume and/or cover letter (optional) addressing how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role. Applications close Sunday 8 November 2026 Other things to know: Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date. Applicants must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold a valid work permit to be eligible to apply Metro is committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process for candidates with specific access needs. Candidates who require adjustments are encouraged to declare this in their application, so that the contact person for the position can reach out and discuss with you. Metro’s commitment to an inclusive workforce At Metro, we move Melbourne and we’re powered by our people. We’re committed to building a workforce that reflects our diverse communities and celebrates the unique perspectives each person brings. Inclusion, respect and opportunity shape how we work and we invite you to join us in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.