Head of Health and Safety

2 weeks ago


Sydney, Australia Acciona Full time

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 45,500 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Job Description
Newly created ANZ role.- Join us at a time of significant growth.- Lead an instrumental function.

The Opportunity

We're seeking a passionate and experienced Head of Health and Safety to continue building on our safety performance culture where safety is everyone's priority. This strategic role offers the chance to make a tangible impact in a dynamic, growth-oriented company. Enjoy the flexibility of being based in any of the major east coast capital cities.

Reporting to the Head of Business Systems Assurance, you will take a strategic lead in shaping ACCIONA's health and safety vision. Your mission will be to refine our safety systems, ensure unwavering compliance, and cultivate a safety-first mindset across our entire organization. This is a unique chance to make a tangible impact on the well-being of our people while contributing to the successful delivery of cutting-edge infrastructure, engineering, and construction projects.

Key responsibilities:
- Spearhead the development and implementation of comprehensive Health & Safety strategies, systems, and initiatives that align with ACCIONA's overall goals and objectives, while mitigating the inherent risks and challenges specific to the Infrastructure, Engineering, and Construction industries.- Ensure compliance and reporting obligations are identified, recorded, and managed in accordance with relevant state/territory and Federal legislation, along with internal systems and reporting requirements.- Manage reporting requirements across Health and Safety, including input into statutory reporting, board, and executive reporting.- Lead and inspire the Health and Safety teams, fostering a culture of motivation, encouragement, and continuous development and create a high performing team environment.- Collaborate with senior leadership teams to establish robust key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to effectively measure Health & Safety performance. Analyse data to monitor progress, identify trends, and pinpoint areas for improvement. Regularly communicate performance and risk management insights, including progress updates, emerging trends, and opportunities for continuous improvement in Health & Safety practices.
Required Skills and Competencies
Proven experience in leading Health & Safety functions within large matrix organizations, with a focus on the construction sector.- Possesses a strong analytical mindset, adept at interpreting data and crafting meaningful narratives to drive informed decision-making.- Holds an advanced degree from a reputable university or in engineering, showcasing a commitment to continuous learning and expertise in the field.- Highly desirable professional certification in health and safety, such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), indicating a dedication to excellence and proficiency in industry standards.
- ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022 & 2023 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._



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