All applicants will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in Australia.
Previous applicants need not apply.
About the Opportunity
This is an opportunity to step into a broad and influential Safety Manager role, with a focus on HVNL, where you will lead the organisation's safety function and partner closely with senior leadership to strengthen safety performance, governance and operational risk management.
You will have an innovative approach, transport and logistics experience and play a key role in shaping safety culture, driving compliance and ensuring robust systems and controls are embedded across transport and operational environments.
About the Role
Reporting to the General Manager - Safety Risk & Compliance, you will oversee the organisation's HVNL and safety framework across governance, compliance, investigations, assurance, training and behavioural risk programmes.
This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on operational engagement, requiring someone who can confidently influence leaders, coach teams and maintain strong visibility across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop the proactive safety and compliance function
Oversee WHS management systems and continuous improvement initiatives
Drive HVNL and Chain of Responsibility compliance activities
Manage critical risk frameworks and control assurance processes
Lead incident management and investigation oversight
Coordinate internal and external audits and corrective actions
Oversee driver safety, behavioural risk and training programmes
Prepare detailed safety reporting and performance insights
Support operational leaders with risk-based safety advice
Maintain relationships with regulators,



insurers and external stakeholders
About You and What You Will Bring
Must have HVNL knowledge and practical experience.
You are a practical and commercially minded safety leader who thrives in operational environments. You know how to balance governance and compliance requirements with real-world operational demands and can influence positive outcomes through strong communication and credibility.
You will be the type of person who enjoys working within an organisation who strives to lead the way within their industry – so bring your innovative solutions and approach and proactively build relationships, lead teams and drive continuous improvement - while maintaining a clear focus on critical risks and business priorities.
Sound knowledge of WHS legislation, HVNL and Chain of Responsibility
Experience in investigations, audits, risk management and assurance
Strong reporting, analytical and stakeholder engagement capability
Hands on ability to lead teams and influence operational leaders
Experience within transport, logistics or heavy vehicle operations is advantageous
Diploma or higher qualification in WHS or related discipline preferred
Why this Role?
Senior leadership role with broad operational influence
Prospect to strengthen systems, culture and risk performance
High-impact role across transport and logistics operations
No two days are the same, you will be out and about, not sitting behind your desk
Combination of strategic leadership and operational engagement
There are no visa/sponsorship opportunities available with this role. This is a PERMANENT position, therefore only applicants with full, valid, permanent working rights will be considered.
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📌 Safety Manager (New South Wales)
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