Seymour Whyte Constructions – Eight Mile Plains QLD
We are looking for a confident, commercially minded
National Systems & Controls Manager
to lead the ongoing improvement of our business systems, controls, governance and assurance frameworks across the organisation.
This is a national role for someone who understands how complex engineering and construction businesses operate - but knows how to make systems, processes and controls practical, user-friendly and effective. You'll bring strong corporate experience, excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence outcomes across a fast-moving, project-based environment.
We're looking for someone agile, smart and outcome-focused - a person who can move quickly, cut through complexity and help build systems that support operational excellence, risk management, compliance and better business performance.
The role
Reporting to the General Manager HSEQ, you will lead the development, governance and continuous improvement of Seymour Whyte's business systems, controls and assurance frameworks. You'll work closely with corporate and operational teams to improve how we manage systems, documentation, risk, audit, compliance, incident management, corrective actions and business improvement initiatives.
You'll also lead a small team, providing clear direction, coaching and support while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
Key areas of focus will include:
Leading the continuous improvement of business systems, processes and workflows across Seymour Whyte
Driving the optimisation of document control systems, integrated management systems and digital solutions
Strengthening governance frameworks, controls, assurance processes and compliance activities
Supporting risk management, incident reporting, corrective actions and root cause analysis processes
Leading internal audit and assurance programs, and supporting external audits
Working with operational teams to improve project controls, reporting, compliance and delivery processes
Translating business requirements into practical system and process improvements
Leading change initiatives, including stakeholder engagement, communication and user adoption
About you
You'll be a confident and pragmatic systems leader with strong experience in a corporate environment, ideally within civil engineering, construction, infrastructure or another complex project delivery setting.




You'll understand that good systems are only valuable if people can use them. You'll be able to engage stakeholders at all levels, challenge thinking constructively and bring people with you through change.
You will bring:
Tertiary qualification in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Information Systems or a related discipline
Relevant certifications in auditing, quality, risk, project management and/or continuous improvement highly regarded
Solid corporate experience managing business systems, governance, controls or integrated management systems
Strong knowledge of systems, document control, information security and business process improvement
Experience with risk, quality, safety, environmental, audit, compliance or assurance frameworks
A practical, outcome-focused approach - with the ability to simplify complexity
Solid stakeholder engagement, facilitation and communication skills
Confidence influencing senior leaders, operational teams, project teams and corporate functions
Experience leading change, improving user adoption and supporting new ways of working
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data and insights to support decisions
People leadership experience, with the ability to coach, guide and develop a small team
Experience in engineering project delivery, project controls or infrastructure environments will be highly regarded
Why Seymour Whyte?
At Seymour Whyte, we're proud to deliver complex infrastructure projects that connect and support communities across Australia. We are also committed to improving the way we work - by building smarter systems, stronger controls and more consistent ways of operating nationally.
This is a great opportunity to step into a visible national role where you can make a genuine impact. You'll have the chance to influence how our systems and controls support our people, our projects and our long‐term business performance.
If you are agile, practical,



confident and ready to help shape better ways of working across a leading civil infrastructure business, we'd love to hear from you.
Salary continuance insurance support
Competitive remuneration with regular market reviews to ensure fair and equitable pay
Generous bonus programs that recognise strong performance and business outcomes
An employee share program, offering the opportunity to invest in the long‐term success of the business
Workplace banking advantages and financial wellbeing support to help manage your finances with confidence
Purchased leave options, allowing you to increase your annual leave when life demands greater flexibility
Travel benefits through preferred suppliers, including accommodation and car hire savings
Lifestyle, fitness and wellness offers that support a healthy balance inside and outside of work
Health and wellbeing support, including confidential access to professional counselling services
Leadership development programs designed to build capability at every career stage
Employee recognition and awards programs that acknowledge individual and team contributions
We are a successful civil contracting business who has been operating in Australia for over 35 years. With the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2, yet the expertise of a Tier 1, and the enhanced resources of one of the largest, world‐class construction companies, VINCI, our employees and clients get the best of three worlds.
As a progressive, leading civil engineering firm built on the strong foundations of our unique history, we engage, enable and empower our people to be better. With you, we are altogether stronger, in building the future we want.
Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Driver's Licence and have their own transport.
Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans.
Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction toward having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.
Our internal Talent Acquisition team is managing this role; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.
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📌 National Systems And Controls Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 Seymour Whyte Constructions
📍 Brisbane