Seymour Whyte is looking for a
Safety Manager
to lead health and safety across a portfolio of infrastructure projects in the Canberra region. Working alongside senior leaders, you'll help influence decisions, strengthen safety culture and support project teams to deliver exceptional outcomes for safely and sustainably.
You'll be a trusted partner to our Project Managers and site teams, providing expert advice, leadership and support across multiple projects throughout the Canberra region. From coaching project teams and leading investigations to driving safety strategy and continuous improvement initiatives, you'll play a hands‐on role in ensuring our people go home safe every day while helping deliver some of the region's most significant infrastructure projects.
Who is Seymour Whyte?
We are a successful civil contracting business that 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 solid 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.
About the Role:
Lead health and safety performance across a portfolio of major infrastructure projects throughout the Canberra region
Partner with Project Managers, Operations Managers and site teams to provide expert safety leadership, coaching and practical support
Drive a proactive safety culture and champion best practice across all projects
Lead incident investigations, identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions to prevent recurrence
Analyse safety performance,



trends and leading indicators to influence regional strategy and continuous improvement initiatives
Mentor and develop project safety teams, providing guidance to both safety and operational personnel
Oversee audits, inspections and assurance activities to ensure compliance with legislation, company standards and industry best practice
Support project mobilisation, risk management and the implementation of project specific safety systems and strategies
Build strong relationships with clients, project stakeholders and regulators, acting as a trusted adviser on all safety matters
About you:
Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline
Extensive Health & Safety leadership experience within civil construction, infrastructure or a comparable high‐risk industry
A proven track record leading safety across complex, multi‐project environments
Strong working knowledge of WHS legislation, ISO ***** and contemporary safety management systems
Experience leading investigations, audits, risk management and assurance activities
A collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence, coach and challenge at all levels
Strong analytical and problem‐solving skills, with the ability to translate insights into action
Experience building positive relationships with clients, regulators and operational stakeholders
A passion for continuous improvement and creating a culture where safety is genuinely valued
ICAM, Auditor,



White Card, First Aid and Driver's License certifications highly regarded
Seymour Whyte Benefits:
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 benefits 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
Many of our projects are located in hard to access and regional areas where public transport options may be limited. As a result, applicants must hold a current Driver's Licence and have access to their own reliable 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.
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📌 Safety Manager (Canberra)
🏢 Vinci Construction
📍 Canberra