Job Title: Head of Safety
Location: Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane (Flexible)
Type: 12-month contract
Rate: $105 per hour
About the Role:
Lead the health, safety, and wellbeing strategy across major infrastructure projects on a 12-month contract. Drive a strong safety culture, ensure compliance, and partner with operational teams to embed best practice standards across multiple sites.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement safety strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead and support safety teams across regions.
• Promote continuous improvement in safety performance and culture.
• Manage regulatory compliance and reporting.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and operational teams to influence safety outcomes.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven health and safety leadership across heavy infrastructure, construction, mining, or energy sectors.
• Deep knowledge of WHS legislation and best practices.
• A people person who brings energy, drives cultural change, and inspires teams - this is the most important!
• Outstanding communication skills and a knack for building strong stakeholder relationships.

What You Need:

• Diploma or higher-level qualification in Work Health and Safety (e.g., Diploma of WHS or equivalent).
• Tier 1 experience.
• ICAM.
• Minimum of 10 years’ WHS experience within construction, heavy infrastructure, or heavy mining.
• Strong site-based HSE experience.
• Solid knowledge of QHSE processes and relevant Australian WHS legislation.
• Proven commitment to compliance with OH&S legislation and best practices.
• Strong administrative skills, including proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and SharePoint (preferred).
• Current unrestricted Australian Driver’s License with ability to travel to sites as required.

Why Apply?

• Work on high-profile projects with a leading organisation.
• Flexible location in Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane.
• Competitive hourly rate and contract length.
• Opportunity for sponsored professional development.

To Apply:
Quick Apply now or contact Daisy Bloor at [email protected] or call 0478 179 044 for a confidential conversation.

Please note only suitable candidates will be contacted.