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Manager Health and Safety


Providing expert advice and innovative solutions to our people and business' we are committed to exploring new technologies, delivering greater efficiencies, lowering costs and improved outcomes. With our sights firmly fixed on the future, we work towards enhancing the business' operation. As part of the Thiess Group, we play a critical role in developing and delivering smart and diversified service solutions through  long-term client partnerships based on Trust, Innovation, Passion and Excellence.
Manager Health and Safety - Services
This highly visible and senior position will report directly to the General Manager People and Capability . Exemplifying our commitment and dedication to creating a safer environment this key role will provide overall management of the Health and Safety function including oversight of systems, planning, performance, leadership and development to our staff.  This will be a true opportunity to partner with our business and the wider Thiess HSEQ communities to assist in meeting strategic  objectives.
In more detail this role will;
  • Provide strategic advice, leadership and consultancy in Health & Safety within a risk management framework.
  • Assist in the creation of an empowered and challenging team culture that delivers outstanding performance in Safety and achieves successful business performance.
  • Provide direction to ensure compliance of Health and Safety management issues to meet and exceed expectations ensuring alignment between our business units
  • Provide processes to support the implementation of our  management system
  • Engage senior line managers  and other key stakeholders to ensure their input into HSE processes;
  • Act as a facilitator between business units and project learning, generate, drive and lead  discipline and business unit improvement ideas.
  • Proactively recommend corrective actions that focus on systematic improvement and transferable lessons
  • Actively contribute to a positive teamwork environment at all times and the wider Thiess and its Services business PSE group.
To succeed in this role, you will have significant experience in a services contracting company or related industry.  You will  be a strong influencer with an engaging style; possess outstanding relationship management skills and be able to maintain a visible presence and lead across a diverse business.
About Thiess Pty Ltd
We are proud to be Australia's leading construction, mining and services contractor. From humble beginnings more than 75 years ago, we have amassed enormous depth and breadth of experience, capabilities, skills and resources. Our rich history and pioneering spirit continues to lay a strong foundation for our future as industry leaders. Today, we play a pivotal role in building vital infrastructure, promoting the country's resources sector and providing essential services for our communities.