Senior Site and Safety Manager

6 days ago

Norwest New South Wales, Australia Schaefer Systems International Pty Ltd Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Job Title: Senior Site and Safety Manager

Location: Various project sites across Australia – travel as required

About the Role:

SSI SCHAEFER is looking for a Senior Site and Safety Manager to manage the on-site delivery, installation, and commissioning of complex automated warehouse and material handling systems. You will oversee workers and subcontractors to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and to specification.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage project plans on-site and ensure milestones are achieved.
  • Supervise workers and subcontractors across mechanical, electrical, and controls engineering tasks.
  • Oversee the installation and commissioning of SSI SCHAEFER systems.
  • Monitor and report on progress, quality, costs, and safety.
  • Identify and mitigate risks on site.
  • Coordinate deliveries, inspections, and inventory.
  • Enforce safety standards and stop work if necessary.
  • Conduct site meetings and Toolbox Talks.
  • Liaise with customers and European manufacturers.
  • Ensure proper handover and acceptance of completed work.

What We're Looking For:

  • 3+ years managing large construction sites, including building complex distribution centres and automated warehouse systems, supervising 60–150 workers.
  • Strong mechanical, electrical, and controls engineering knowledge.
  • Full understanding of Australian WHS requirements.
  • Construction White Card essential; First Aid certification essential or willingness to obtain.
  • Familiarity with SSI SCHAEFER products or similar automation systems.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
  • Independent, flexible, detail-oriented, and pragmatic.
  • Ability to travel within Australia to project sites as required.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office.

About the SSI SCHAEFER Group

Become part of our success story

A leading global solution provider for all sectors of intralogistics – that is us: SSI SCHAEFER.

What we also are: A family business that invests in the expertise, passion and talents of its employees.

As one of the largest providers, we help our customers increase the efficiency and sustainability of their storage, picking and transport processes using innovative technologies and software. From fully automated warehouses with customised service and maintenance packages to manual and semi-automatic systems, we offer cost-effective intralogistics solutions from a single source. Moreover, we are now a leading provider of software for internal material flow.

We are renowned for our innovative and reliable products, as well as our commitment to exceptional customer service. Our team of dedicated professionals is passionate about delivering cutting-edge solutions that drive efficiency and productivity for our customers.

SSI SCHAEFER: 8,600 people that work in 80 operating companies and 7 production sites worldwide and impress customers from all sectors with customised intralogistics solutions.

Apply now and help us deliver smarter, more sustainable logistics solutions.

Our commitment to work health and safety

We have a strong focus on and commitment to health and safety and expect all workers to:

  • Comply with relevant WHS legislation
  • Follow company policies and procedures
  • Proactively report hazards and incidents
  • Contribute to a safe working environment for all

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