Construction Safety Manager

Job Description

Job Title: Construction Safety Manager Job Description: Bring your construction safety experience to our diverse projects across Australia and New Zealand, making a real impact on safety standards. Be part of Vanderlande Industries, a leader in the global warehouse automation industry, and contribute to innovative and cutting-edge projects. Part of the Toyota Automated Logistics Group (TALG), Vanderlande is a market-leading, global partner in the warehousing, airports, and parcel sectors. Its extensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems, intelligent software, and life-cycle services – results in the realization of fast, reliable, and efficient automation technology. Established in 1949, Vanderlande has more than 9,000 employees, all committed to moving its customers’ businesses forward at diverse locations on every continent. With a turnover of 2.2 billion euros, it has established a worldwide reputation over the past seven decades as a global partner for future-proof logistic process automation. Your Position: As the Construction Safety Manager, you'll play a key role in overseeing the health, safety, and environmental (HSE) program for Vanderlande's construction projects across Australia and New Zealand. Your focus will be on embedding HSE requirements into every stage of our projects, ensuring they are delivered systematically and consistently. You'll also lead a team of contracted on-site safety resources, fostering seamless collaboration to meet our safety objectives. Additionally, you'll support the broader HSE program in Australia and New Zealand, contributing to strategy development, business planning, and enhancing our organisational WHSMS. Your Responsibilities: Develop and maintain safety policies and systems in line with Australian and New Zealand legislation. Ensure compliance with Vanderlande’s global safety standards and local regulations. Serve as the main HSE contact for construction projects in Australia and New Zealand. Manage and support a team of on-site safety professionals. Assign and monitor safety responsibilities across projects. Conduct performance reviews and provide guidance to safety resources. Lead risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies. Enforce hazard identification and control measures. Collaborate with teams to integrate safety into project designs. Oversee incident investigations and corrective actions. Prepare safety performance reports for senior management. Partner with stakeholders to ensure safety compliance. Build relationships with regulatory bodies and industry organizations. Integrate safety protocols into project planning and execution. Lead audit and certification activities. Contribute to the development of the WHSMS and HSE program planning. Recommend and implement safety innovations. Perform other tasks as directed by the Director, WHSE ANZ. About You: You have at least 5 years of experience in construction safety management, ideally with a focus on large-scale automation, logistics, or material handling projects. You'll need to have a proven track record of leading and managing teams of safety professionals, including contracted resources. Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Health and Safety. Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, or a related field is preferred. Professional certification with the Australian Institute of Health and Safety is preferred. Certification in incident investigation methodologies (e.g., ICAM). National WHS General Construction Induction Training (“white card”). Minimum of 5 years’ experience in construction safety management, ideally with a focus on large-scale automation, logistics, or material handling projects. Proven ability to lead and manage teams of safety professionals, including contracted resources. Experience working within Australian and New Zealand safety legislative frameworks. Demonstrated success in managing safety across multiple construction sites and stakeholders. Experience in management system development, project management, and business planning. Essential: This role involves frequent travel to construction sites across Australia and New Zealand, working closely with Vanderlande’s regional teams and partners. An Australian passport and a valid Australian driver's license are required. What we offer: A competitive remuneration package will be offered to someone who is a team player with a positive, energetic attitude and work ethic as well as the ability to think outside the square. We offer unlimited career growth and development within the regional and global organization. In a world of technology, Vanderlande believes in people – its employees make the difference in everything the company does. To apply for this unique and exciting opportunity, submit your resume. If you have any questions about the role, feel free to reach out to Nada Vidakovic at 0435 115 211. Diversity & Inclusion: Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for leadership and operations excellence, ready to contribute to the success of a global industry leader, we invite you to submit your resume and cover letter. ID checks will be performed to verify work entitlements in Australia. #J-18808-Ljbffr