Senior WHS Manager

3 days ago

Greater Brisbane QLD, Australia Stockland Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

The Opportunity

This is a perfect opportunity for a seasoned WHS leader to establish themselves within a well-established but evolving organisation. We are seeking someone to look after our QLD regional portfolio to be based out of our South Brisbane office location.

As we build a new team with bold aspirations, this role offers the chance to help raise the bar in safety across our regional operations. You'll play a key role in shaping a proactive, risk-based safety culture that will have lasting impact across the business.

This is a high-visibility, business-critical role that will position you as a key contributor to Stockland's future success. We're looking for a Senior WHS Manager to lead the implementation of our safety strategy. This is a key leadership role focused on embedding a proactive, risk-based safety culture across construction, development, and asset operational environments.

Your tasks will include:

  • Leading a team of WHS Managers across multiple states
  • Driving WHS strategy and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Partnering with senior stakeholders to influence safety outcomes
  • Ensuring compliance with WHS legislation and Stockland standards
  • Supporting cultural transformation and leadership capability in safety

To be successful in this role you:

  • Are a seasoned WHS leader with experience across development, construction, and investment management environments
  • Demonstrate strong people leadership, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to influence safety culture across regions
  • Have extensive WHS experience, including time as a subject matter expert
  • Bring expertise in WHS systems, compliance, and serious incident investigations
  • Have led teams through change, including managing complex safety challenges and cultural transformation
  • Hold a Diploma or Degree in WHS, Environmental Management, or a related technical field
  • Possess experience in high-risk industries such as infrastructure, energy, or construction
  • Are confident in managing multiple projects and contractors simultaneously

The Stockland Proposition

At Stockland we are focussed on delivering outcomes that benefit the community at large. We work collaboratively and inclusively, building strong working relationships. Our portfolio is diverse and so are the opportunities for professional and career development. We are committed to providing our people with broad experiences to build a successful career.

Due to the permanent nature of this role, we can only accept applications from Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or Open Work Visa holders with more than 12 months validity from their role start date

Agencies should note that unsolicited resumes will not be accepted for this position and Stockland will not pay any fees related to resumes that are submitted directly to hiring managers and not through our approved process. Where appropriate, the Careers @ Stockland Team will work with our preferred panel of agencies to source candidates for roles.

Apply today – Stockland – a better way to live

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