Health and Safety Manager

About the role

The South Australia region of ACCIONA is adding a Safety Manager to lead the Regional Safety Strategy on a large‑scale infrastructure project in Adelaide. You will be responsible for developing and executing a Safety Management Plan that aligns with both business and project objectives, while influencing senior leaders and front‑line teams.

Key responsibilities

• Build safety capability using contemporary thinking and approaches to improve performance across the project.
• Develop and shape the Safety Management Plan to mitigate risks and enhance safety outcomes.
• Identify and drive safety initiatives, innovations, and technology to achieve industry best practice.
• Design, develop, and improve OH&S programmes and processes to drive safety excellence.
• Conduct regular risk management, governance and assurance activities, including audits, inspections, risk workshops and leadership forums.
• Stay up to date with regulatory changes and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Analyse safety performance metrics and trends to identify areas for improvement.

Required profile

• Tertiary degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in construction safety management with strong knowledge of construction processes, equipment and hazards.
• High levels of agility and problem‑solving ability to drive OH&S strategy and execution.
• Developed leadership, coaching and mentoring skills together with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• In‑depth knowledge of state and federal safety regulations and requirements.
• Flexibility to work on‑site and travel as required.