Manager, Health, Safety

Join the change. Together, we’ll make history.

As we keep the lights on for over four million customers and move towards a more sustainable way of life, it’s an exciting time to be at AGL. We’re re-imagining how homes and business live and work across the country and we want you to be a part of it. This moment will define our time, and your career as you work alongside Australia's best and brightest minds. You’ll grow and learn in a collaborative, safe and supportive environment and play your part in changing the course of tomorrow.

Everyone at AGL is an important part of building a better energy future and we want you to join in.

About the Role:
As the Manager, Health, Safety and Environment Risk, Governance and Assurance you will be responsible for driving and managing the development and implementation of HSE systems, processes, governance activities, reporting and continuous improvement opportunities. You will work closely with the HSE Leadership Team and you will help shape AGL’s strategic focus and lead the implementation of initiatives and projects that improve our HSE performance.

What you’ll be doing:

- Lead the HSE Risk, Governance and Assurance team to ensure that the HSE strategy supports the current and future needs of the business and is effectively embedded across the organisation
- Design, develop and facilitate initiatives that focus on building HSE governance and risk management capability across the organisation
- Promote and support improvement of hazard, near miss and incident reporting and identify programs which improve the culture of event reporting
- Develop and instil a workplace culture of best practice; a focus on continuous improvement and where the health, safety and environment are prioritised
- Design, develop and embed a HSE risk, governance and assurance program across all Business Units, which includes an audit program and a method for the validation and verification of controls and actions.
- Oversee the incident investigation processes, ensuring continuous improvement in the process and compliance with the policy and that learnings are shared, and actions embedded across the business
- Develop assurance and governance processes and drive continuous improvement within the HSE Contractor Management systems and processes

About You:
You will be an experienced HSE leader with a collaborative style, the ability to manage and influence a range of stakeholders including senior management, strong risk evaluation and management skills, a sound understanding of ISO accreditation requirements and the ability to inspire high levels of employee engagement on HSE matters.

What you’ll bring to the table:

- Tertiary qualification in Health, Safety or Environment, Engineering, Technology or Business discipline
- Lead auditor and ICAM incident investigation lead investigator recognition is highly regarded
- The ability to evaluate options and make recommendations based on the business strategy and compliance obligations
- A minimum of 5 years of HSE leadership and 10 years of experience in a high risk industries
- Experience and expertise in the development and continuous improvement of HSE Management Systems, Risk, Governance and Assurance
- Comprehensive understanding of the HSE legislative frameworks across all jurisdictions and ability to clearly and concisely communicate legal requirements
- Experience in incident investigations and management, auditing and assurance

Inclusion at AGL

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.

We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit:

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Job Family Group:
Health and Environment