Health, Safety, Environment

With almost 100 years as a Caterpillar Dealer, William Adams has proudly made it’s mark. Together with Caterpillar, we've been there for customers - selling and servicing the best equipment in the world - on land, at sea, in construction, mining and industry.

Today, we lead the way with great products, unrivalled product support and, of course, the best asset in business, our people.

We are now seeking a strategic leader who is passionate about fostering a safety-first culture and managing risk to join us as our new **Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (HSEQ) Manager**.

**ABOUT THE ROLE**:
As our HSEQ Manager, you will be at the forefront of developing and leading initiatives to reduce risk and create a culture that prioritise's safety.

You will work closely with leadership and employees across the business to manage risk, promote safety, and enhance overall well-being. Your role will be essential in driving continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with our Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Strategy and Management System.

You will have the opportunity to influence the organisation’s approach to risk management and foster an environment where safety is a core value for every employee.

Your key responsibilities will include:

- Develop and implement the HSEQ strategy to align with risk management goals and safety objectives.
- Lead the transformation towards a proactive, safety-first culture by embedding safety practices at every level of the business.
- Design and execute risk-reducing safety programs and initiatives that foster both safety compliance and cultural change.
- Identify risk management training needs, facilitating educational programs to enhance employee awareness and safety leadership.
- Mentor and coach managers to strengthen their understanding of safety practices, risk management, and leadership in safety.
- Partner with all levels of the business to ensure safety is integrated into daily operations and all activities.
- Monitor safety performance metrics, identify risk trends, and propose actions for continuous improvement.
- Proactively mitigate hazards and manage risks to safeguard the health and well-being of our people.

**ABOUT YOU**

You thrive in both boardrooms and hands-on environments, collaborating with teams to drive change, innovate safety practices, and meet business objectives. Your ability to influence others and resolve challenges will be crucial as you lead the organisation to achieve its safety goals.

**We are looking for someone who**:

- Has tertiary qualifications in OHS or a related discipline.
- Brings extensive experience in HSEQ leadership within industrial or blue-collar environments.
- Has proven expertise in embedding effective risk management systems and safety practices across a business.
- Can influence senior leaders and negotiate solutions for complex safety issues.
- Has the ability to think critically and identify risks before they become incidents.
- Demonstrates excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
- Is open to travel across Victoria and Tasmania as required.

**Why Work With Us?**

We offer you the chance to lead an innovative safety-first culture while working with a dedicated team.

You will be supported with career development opportunities, a competitive salary, including annual incentive and a fully maintained company vehicle.

At William Adams, you will be part of a values-driven team committed to Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, Commitment, and Sustainability.

Additionally, you will have access to our Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Portal, along with perks from our reward platform offering discounts at over 470 retailers.

**Want to know more?** If you are ready to take on this pivotal role, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Sarah in our Talent Acquisition Team on 03 9566 0916 with any questions.