National Safety, Health, Environment

We have a high impact, senior level opportunity for a **National Safety, Health, Environment & Sustainability Manager** to join Cement Australia and be front and centre in leading the function. With our diverse business, you will have the interesting challenge and opportunity of working across manufacturing operations, mining (coal and limestone), bulk distribution (road, rail and shipping) and hazardous waste treatment and alternative fuel production.
Bringing a professional, personable and pragmatic approach, you will quickly become known as a hands on and trusted business partner that drives the right performance outcomes. You will use your experience to focus on what is fit for purpose and minimises risk to people and our business. We are fortunate to operate at a speed not possible in larger organisations. This will give you the freedom to make quick, quality decisions and follow through to see the impact at a pace relevant to the need.
You will have the opportunity to lean in and take an active role in decarbonisation related projects, drawing on your passion, knowledge and experience to make a genuine difference and guide the organisation through changes in the regulatory and policy space.
**What's on offer?**
- Senior role, partnering with leaders and executives to achieve positive outcomes for our business
- Strategic oversight within the HSEQ function for our diverse business
- Opportunity to work across manufacturing, mining, waste management and transport
- Join for an industry leader and Australia’s largest integrated cement manufacturer and distributor
- Salary package that includes bonus potential
- Benefits include novated leasing, product discounts, EAP program and parental leave

**About the role**:
In this highly visible and influential role, you will report to the General Manager Sales, Marketing & Risk and have a small direct team along with a larger functional team to lead. With a business partner mindset, balanced with a strategic yet pragmatic approach you will:

- Review, develop and implement the Safety, Health, Environment and Sustainability Strategy
- Cascade the strategy from a group level to operational level, tailoring to the context, risk and operating environment unique to each site/location
- Develop health and safety capability, coaching team members in your function, line leaders and Executives
- Develop, implement and maintain standardised policies, systems, processes and tools
- Represent Cement Australia's health and safety interests with relevant state, federal and industry bodies and other relevant stakeholder and community groups
- Keep abreast of legislative/regulatory requirements and emerging trends, formulating strategies and programs to ensure compliance and manage risk
- Maintain a clear and open line of communication between Cement Australia and our Shareholder experts and present and report on relevant information to the Board
- Manage the delivery of internal and external assurance processes

**About you**:

- You have previous experience leading a Health, Safety, Environment and Quality function at a senior/group level within a related industry and with relevant qualifications
- Your understanding and interpretation of legislation and emerging trends is exceptional
- You are an excellent communicator and can develop and deliver presentations from operational to Board level
- You are a natural leader with strong interpersonal skills and enjoy coaching others
- Business partnering is your strength - you are a good listener, negotiator and influencer
- You are commercially and strategically astute with a pragmatic approach
- You have experience developing and managing Health, Safety, Environment and Quality systems

**About us**:
An icon of the Australian cement industry, Cement Australia is the nation’s leading supplier of cementitious products and services. Whilst cement is in the name, the business portfolio is diverse, comprising a series of heavy industrial manufacturing operations, coal and limestone mines, bulk distribution transport fleet, rail and shipping interactions and hazardous waste treatment and alternative fuel production (Geocycle).
As an organisation, we offer our employees work-life balance, a close-knit and collaborative team whilst providing you with the tools and opportunity to make your mark. Our vision is to create a safe, healthy, productive and sustainable business and we are looking for like-minded professionals who align with our company values.
**Additional information**:
As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete a pre-employment medical and a background check. Cement Australia is an Equal Opportunity employer and open to residents of Australia with valid working rights. Cement Australia requests all new employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or have an approved medical exemption. As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide evidence of your status.
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