Health and Safety Manager

Nacap is a multi-disciplinary constructor of energy infrastructure that continues to diversify to support Australia's energy transition. Our purpose is to build energy infrastructure for a better future. We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves. As a Work 180 endorsed employer of choice for women, we're committed to creating a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for all our people.

Join Our Growing Team

We are seeking an experienced OHS Manager to join our team. This role is a 12-month contract, based in the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone, at the site of the largest wind farm currently under development in NSW, located in Wellington.

Operating on a FIFO or DIDO basis, this role plays a vital part for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of health, safety, and environmental strategies across construction projects. This role ensures compliance with all legislative and client requirements, promotes a culture of safety, and works closely with project teams to mitigate risks and drive safe work practices. You will provide leadership in incident prevention, conducts audits and investigations, delivers training, and supports site teams in maintaining a safe and sustainable work environment.

As a successful candidate, you will demonstrate the following:

• Promote and uphold a strong safety culture by adhering to and enforcing site safety procedures.
• Provide technical health and safety expertise and advice to the Project with particular emphasis on identification, assessment and control of risks associated with project works and achieving compliance.
• Lead the investigation and reporting of incidents, near misses, and environmental breaches.
• Ensure root cause analysis is completed and corrective/preventative actions are implemented and reviewed for effectiveness
• Manage the Risk Assessment program including conducting HAZID, promoting the hazard card reporting system, ensuring required actions are recorded in the Master OHS Action Register and resolved, generating reports.
• Identify, assess, and manage risks across project phases; ensure appropriate controls are implemented and monitored.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations across jurisdictions.
• Developing a high performing team by providing coaching, mentoring and performance feedback.
• Manage Incident Investigations in accordance with Project and Corporate Procedures including preparation of incident notifications and investigation reports.

What do you bring?

In addition to the above, we require an individual with;

• Minimum 10 years' + experience within Health and Safety in civil construction, ideally on infrastructure projects such as roads, pipelines, oil, gas, renewables or utilities
• Strong senior leadership experience; Ability to lead and mentor HSE professionals
• Tertiary qualifications; recognised bachelor's degree in Workplace Health & safety or equivalent
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or experience in the delivery of workplace training.
• Proven ability to lead HSE initiatives across multiple construction sites
• Comprehensive knowledge and interpretation of relevant Acts, Regulations, Australian Standards and Codes of Practice.
• Demonstrated experience in managing the construction activities of medium to large complex infrastructure projects.
• Able to work on a fly-in/fly-out basis with an industry-standard work cycle on a FIFO on a 21:7 roster or DIDO local only 5.5 roster.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Hold a Valid Australian driver's license and Construction Induction card
• Commitment to our values of Integrity, Teamwork and Strive to be Better.

What's in it for you?

At Nacap, we're not just another construction company. Below are some of the many supports and benefits we offer:

• Competitive Remuneration: We value your expertise and contribution.
• Parental Leave: 14 weeks paid parental leave with superannuation.
• Generous Employee Referral Program: Refer talent and earn a bonus.
• Discounts Program: Access everyday savings at over 400 retailers.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Our dynamic industry offers endless possibilities for professional development and advancement. Your growth matters to us.
• Flexibility and wellbeing: We understand the importance of a work-life balance.
• Novated Leasing: A cost-effective way to acquire and run the car of your choice.
• Outstanding Company Culture: Join a social and supportive environment.

To be eligible to apply, you must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency and/or unlimited working rights. So, if you consider joining us, please send your CV by clicking the "Apply Now" button.

We require final stage applicants to complete a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen prior to commencement.

We encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islanders people to apply.

Please note: Nacap does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from Recruitment Agencies. Please do not submit any resumes or associated profiles to any Nacap employees. Should we require additional assistance we will contact our preferred agency partners.