Health & Safety Manager

Lead safety strategy, drive cultural change, and protect what matters most for a leading civil contractor.

CMC is a respected civil construction contractor with a proud 20-year history and an unwavering commitment to safety and excellence. With major projects underway and new opportunities on the horizon, we are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Health & Safety Manager to lead our safety function and take a strategic, whole-of-business view on health and safety.

This is not a clipboard-and-checklist safety role. As part of the senior leadership team, you’ll be instrumental in shaping a safety-first culture across the organisation - combining boots-on-the-ground credibility with the ability to influence senior leaders, operational teams, and subcontractors alike.

You’ll have the backing of a business that genuinely prioritises wellbeing - and the opportunity to make a lasting impact through proactive systems, engaged leadership, and meaningful consultation.

About the Role

Reporting to the Executive Manager of Operations and working closely with project and executive leaders, you will:

- Champion CMC’s zero-harm approach and lead visible safety leadership initiatives;

- Manage, maintain, and improve our integrated HSE management systems and documentation;

- Oversee OHS audits, incident investigations, and root cause analyses;

- Lead the development and delivery of training and mentoring programs to lift safety capability;

- Partner with teams across Precontracts, Operations, and Delivery to embed safety early;

- Maintain company-wide safety reporting systems, legal and risk registers;

- Drive improvements to performance metrics, lead indicators, and safety outcomes;

- Support accreditation and compliance efforts, ensuring all legislative requirements are met;

- Represent CMC externally on OHS matters — with clients, regulators, and industry stakeholders.

This is a strategic role with operational influence - a rare opportunity to lead change while staying closely connected to the field.

About You

You’re an experienced safety leader with a practical mindset, high standards, and the ability to inspire others to live the values of safety every day. You’re not just compliant - you’re proactive, curious, and solutions-focused.

You’ll bring:

- A Bachelor’s degree in OHS, Civil Engineering, or a related field;

- Certificate IV or Diploma in WHS (or equivalent recognised qualification);

- Minimum 5 years in a senior HSE role within civil construction or infrastructure projects;

- Expert-level knowledge of WHS Act 2011, relevant codes of practice, and standards;

- Proven ability to lead HSE systems, investigations, audits, and risk assessments;

- Strong leadership and coaching skills with the ability to influence at all levels;

- Experience working with major infrastructure contractors, government clients, and subcontractors;

- Confidence to represent the business in audits, forums, and industry discussions.

Familiarity with safety performance benchmarking, permit-to-work systems, and emergency response planning is highly regarded.

Why Join CMC?

At CMC, safety is more than a metric - it’s a mindset. We’ve built a culture where people are supported, empowered, and expected to take safety seriously. As our new Health & Safety Manager, you’ll have the platform, support, and influence to raise the bar - and be recognised for the impact you make.

Join a team that values integrity, excellence, and looking after its people.

Interested?

To explore this opportunity further, please submit your details in confidence.

We respect your time and interest so you will receive a response, whether shortlisted or not.

If you have any questions before applying for this opportunity, please reach out to our internal recruiter Amanda Datchens at amanda.datchens@cmc.net.au

At CMC, we celebrate diversity in all its forms and believe it makes us stronger. We warmly welcome people from all walks of life, backgrounds, and identities to apply and join us in building an inclusive and supportive workplace.

Strictly no agency emails or calls please – CV's and/or introductions will not be accepted or acknowledged for this role. Thank you for respecting our internal recruitment process. Our preferred suppliers will be contacted directly if necessary.

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