Health & Safety Manager

Complex $1bn construction project. 1,000+ headcount on-site

Kapitol is one of Australia’s fastest-growing construction companies, transforming the industry through innovation, technology, and a commitment to excellence. We’re driven by our core values—Supportive, Authentic, Inspirational, Driven, and Customer-Centric—and we’re looking for a talented Project Health & Safety Manager to join our high-performing team.

Why Kapitol?

• Career Growth: Advance your skills with leadership and professional development programs.
• Innovative Work: Be part of industry-leading projects powered by cutting-edge technology.
• Well-Being Focus: Enjoy a safe, sustainable, and flexible working environment.
• Recognition & Impact: Contribute to award-winning projects that make a difference.
• Inclusive Workplace: Recognised by the Diversity Council of Australia as an Inclusive Employer 2024-25.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and oversee safety team across a large-scale construction site (1,000+ headcount / $1bn value), ensuring effective implementation of health and safety management systems.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and incident investigations to drive continuous improvement in safety performance.
• Implement governance frameworks to ensure accountability, consistency, and compliance across the site.
• Collaborate with project management teams to integrate safety into all phases of planning and construction.
• Analyse assurance data to identify trends, produce reports, and recommend improvements.
• Provide training, mentoring, and coaching to enhance safety awareness and performance.
• Build strong relationships with clients, trade partners, and internal stakeholders to foster a proactive safety culture.

Who You Are

• Experience: 5–8 years in a health and safety leadership role within large-scale ($500M+) construction projects.
• Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of construction safety legislation, standards, and best practices.
• Leadership: Proven ability to drive cultural change and influence decision-makers at all levels.
• Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset to address complex health and safety issues with innovative solutions.
• Collaboration: Cooperative approach with internal and external stakeholders.
• Highly motivated: ‘Can-do’ attitude.

What’s In It for You?

• Enjoy a balanced 5-day work week and flexible working environment.
• Benefit from continuous learning with dedicated weekly training programs and fast-tracked career growth.
• Access exclusive perks such as free health assessments and paid parental leave for both primary and secondary caregivers.
• Join an organisation that values diversity, fosters open communication, and breaks down silos.
• Be part of a team recognised by the Diversity Council of Australia as an Inclusive Employer 2024-25.

Kapitol values diversity and aims to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces, and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, life stages, cultures, faiths, sexual orientations, and genders.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to join Kapitol Group and help us shape the future of construction!

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