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Randstad is recruiting a General Manager Safety on behalf of a leading government entity responsible for developing a major national transport network. This strategic role is appointed during the critical development and planning phase of a mega-infrastructure project. As a senior executive leader (SES Band 1 equivalent), you will lead the integration of safety and WHS principles across all delivery stages.
Job Responsibility:
Develop and maintain the safety strategy for a complex infrastructure program, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
Provide authoritative reporting and functional expertise to the Board, Executive leadership, and regulators
Define safety design requirements and ensure "Safety-in-Design" principles are embedded from concept through to delivery
Oversee shared safety risks across delivery partners, technical advisors, and contractors within complex multi-party arrangements
Champion a proactive "zero-harm" culture and lead initiatives to build safety capability across the organization
Requirements:
Demonstrated senior leadership experience heading safety or WHS functions within high-risk environments (major infrastructure, transport, or large-scale government programs)
Comprehensive knowledge of Australian WHS legislation and contemporary safety management systems
Proven ability to engage with regulators and manage complex external partnerships
Australian Citizenship is mandatory. The successful candidate must hold or be able to obtain a high-level security clearance (Negative Vetting Level 1 or 2)
What we offer:
Highly competitive executive salary package
Flexible arrangements available (Sydney, Newcastle or Canberra)