Health and Safety Manager

Report to the Senior Manager, Health and Safety and lead the civil safety team across earthworks, excavation, foundations, access tracks, plant operations and temporary works. Work with the Civil Construction Director, superintendents and engineers to control critical risks across multiple, geographically dispersed work fronts. Lead field engagements, incident investigations and contractor assurance, and influence safe behaviours on site. You will mentor your team, partner with other project health and safety managers and drive improvement across the project lifecycle.

Key accountabilities for the position will be:

Lead safe delivery of high-risk civil activities and critical risk controls

Lead field engagements to verify work meets approved controls

Lead risk assessments and support SWMS, permit-to-work and temporary works controls

Lead incident investigations and share lessons across the project

Conduct inspections, audits and assurance, and close out corrective actions

Assure contractor safety performance through reviews and corrective action monitoring

Mentor the civil safety team and report performance to senior leaders

Required Skills and Competencies

Tertiary OHS or related qualification, or equivalent experience

Health and safety experience in civil or infrastructure delivery

Proven management of high-risk work and critical risk controls

Strong knowledge of OHS legislation, audits and investigations

Desirable: transmission, utilities or major linear infrastructure

Location and conditions

This is a regional role and includes the provision to be based at camp as required.

Why join us?

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.