Safety Manager

Lead and drive the safety-first culture on an important regional project.

About the role

Reporting to the Construction Manager, this is a senior leadership opportunity where you will be responsible for setting CMC’s strategic direction and operational delivery of the health and safety agenda across the Lismore FRP project.

You will be accountable for embedding a high-performance safety culture that meets legislative requirements, industry best practice, and our commitment to zero harm.

• Oversight of all H&S systems and initiatives, coaching and guiding project leadership teams, leading investigations, and driving continuous improvement;
• Maintaining strong site engagement, playing an integral role in ensuring we meet our legal obligations while reinforcing a culture where safety is proactively owned at all levels;
• Providing direct support and guidance to site-based Safety Advisors, ensuring compliance with SWMS, facilitating task observations, supporting WHS audits, and championing frontline risk management activities;
• Acting as both strategist and operational leader, working closely with the construction team, helping maintain effective relationships with clients, regulators, and subcontractors;
• By combining operational oversight with site-level safety leadership, ensuring risks are identified, addressed, and mitigated throughout the full lifecycle of project delivery.

About you

If this describes you, let’s talk. 

• You hold relevant professional certifications such as Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (WHS), Diploma of Work Health and Safety, or equivalent;
• Have in-depth knowledge of Australian safety legislation and standards, including WHS Act 2011 and relevant regulations;
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role within the civil construction industry, with a focus on infrastructure projects;
• Proven track record of developing, implementing, and managing HSE management systems and procedures in accordance with Australian regulations;
• Experience conducting risk assessments, safety audits, incident investigations, and implementing corrective actions within a construction setting;
• Strong leadership and managerial skills with the ability to lead and motivate a diverse team of HSE professionals, subcontractors, and site personnel;
• Experience in providing health & safety guidance, training, and mentoring to project teams to ensure a strong safety culture;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels, including clients, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities;
• Proficient in conducting hazard identification and risk management processes specific to civil construction activities, including earthworks, road construction, and structural works.
• Familiarity with lead indicators, performance metrics, and benchmarking tools to track/measure HSE performance across projects;
• Thorough understanding of WHS legislation, codes of practice, and industry standards applicable to projects across Australia.

Why join CMC?

CMC is a 100% Australian owned, privately run civil contractor. With a strong focus on people, culture, and services, we are proud of our legacy, delivering multi-million-dollar civil works across Queensland and NSW.

Our exceptional people deliver exceptional outcomes because they are valued, supported, and encouraged to grow.

Apply today and be part of our future success story.

If you have any questions before applying, please contact our internal recruiter, Amanda Datchens, at amanda.datchens@cmc.net.au.

We respect your time and interest, so you will receive a response, whether shortlisted or not.

At CMC, we celebrate diversity in all its forms and believe it makes us stronger. We warmly welcome people from all walks of life, backgrounds, and identities to apply and join us in building an inclusive and supportive workplace.

However, please note.

We anticipate that we will be able to fill this vacancy with an Australian citizen or someone with current rights to work in Australia, so unfortunately visa sponsorship is not offered for this role.

Strictly no agency emails or calls please – CV's and/or introductions will not be accepted or acknowledged for this role. Thank you for respecting our internal recruitment process.

Our preferred suppliers will be contacted directly if necessary.

If you would like to apply to become one of our preferred suppliers, please contact our Executive Manager of People & Culture Mark Daniel at mark.daniel@cmc.net.au.