ANZ Health, Safety & Security Manager

Job Description

The Company: Operating in over 20 counties around the world and catering to over 60 million guests each year, Merlin Entertainments Group is the global leader in branded entertainment destinations. Through continued capital investment and a commitment to creating long lasting memories for their guests, Merlin have remained industry leaders since forming in 1999. Operating 10 world-class attractions across the ANZ region including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre and Madame Tussauds Sydney, Merlin continues to play a key role in not only offering fun and memorable attractions for locals and visitors, but also contributing to the local communities and economies they operate in. Merlin pride themselves on fostering a fun, supportive and creative culture, offering an environment staff can express themselves freely in whilst creating long and rewarding career paths. With ambitious plans to continue to grow and diversify, now is an exciting time to join their team. The Role: Merlin is seeking an experienced and proactive Health, Safety and Security (HSS) Manager to join their ANZ team. This critical role will oversee the safe daily operations of their Sydney-based attractions while providing close support to the remaining attractions across ANZ. The role requires a strong leadership presence, with the ability to ensure safe working conditions for both their team members and guests. You'll be instrumental in managing risk, leading health and safety compliance as well as building a safety-first culture across all levels of the business. Key Responsibilities: Daily HSS Management: Lead, support, and monitor HSS across all Sydney attractions to ensure safe operation and compliance with local laws and regulations. Strategic HSS Planning: Develop and implement long-term health, safety and security strategies that align with Merlin's regional growth and operational objectives. Team Collaboration & Support: Work closely with the operational teams across the ANZ region to provide advice, support and guidance on best practices in health, safety and security. Risk Management: Proactively identify potential risks and hazards, implementing mitigation measures to ensure the safety of both guests and employees. Training & Development: Develop and deliver training programs to ensure all staff are equipped with the knowledge and tools to operate safely within the attractions. Audits & Compliance: Ensure all attractions meet or exceed required health, safety and security standards, conducting regular audits and inspections to maintain compliance. Reporting & Analysis: Lead the reporting of health, safety and security incidents, analysing trends and providing actionable insights for continuous improvement. About You: The ideal candidate will be an experienced Health, Safety & Security professional with a strong background in managing high-risk environments. You'll bring a hands-on approach to ensuring the safety of team members and guests alike, with a deep understanding of HSS legislation and regulations. Your ability to engage and motivate teams and instil a strong safety-first culture amongst senior leaders and operations staff will be key to your success. Expertise in managing strict Health, Safety and Security protocols within a high-risk environment, without impacting commercial outcomes or venue operations is essential. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience in a senior Health, Safety & Security role, ideally within an entertainment, hospitality or high-risk environment. Comprehensive knowledge of HSS regulations, risk assessments and safety management systems. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective HSS strategies and programs. Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to influence and drive change at all levels. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to building a positive safety culture. Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. A passion for delivering exceptional customer service while maintaining the highest safety standards. Why Join Merlin Entertainments? Merlin offers more than just a job - they offer the chance to be part of a fun and progressive environment and surround yourself with talented and passionate individuals. The role will be chance to work closely with animals and marine life, ensuring their health and safety is also protected. Merlin provides great long term career paths, including the chance to pursue opportunities throughout the 20 plus countries they operate in. Annual bonuses, parental leave and other corporate perks available. Apply Now! If you're ready to take on this exciting and important role and contribute to the safety and success of Merlin apply now. Address your applications to Adam Brown. #J-18808-Ljbffr