Job Description

Safety Manager | Commercial Construction | Toowoomba

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Safety Manager | Construction | Toowoomba & Brisbane

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Lead safety strategy, systems and culture across a growing construction portfolio, partnering with project teams across Toowoomba and Brisbane.

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About The Opportunity

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My client is an established and growing construction business seeking an experienced Safety Manager to take a lead role across its project portfolio and broader safety function, with a planned commencement in January 2027, or potentially earlier for the right person.

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Working across Toowoomba and Brisbane, this is a senior position responsible for driving safety strategy, strengthening systems and supporting project teams to maintain consistently high standards across multiple construction environments.

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The role requires regular travel between Toowoomba and Brisbane, so flexibility and a willingness to work across both locations is essential.

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With a strong pipeline of work, this is an opportunity to have genuine influence over how safety is managed across a growing construction business while remaining connected to the realities of project delivery on site.

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About the Role

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Working closely with senior management, project teams, Site Managers and subcontractors, you will lead the implementation and continual improvement of WHS systems, processes and culture across the business.

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This is not purely a compliance-focused role. You will provide visible leadership, practical guidance and support to ensure safety is embedded into everyday project delivery.

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Your responsibilities

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- Leading WHS strategy,



systems and processes across multiple construction projects
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- Providing leadership, guidance and support to project and site teams
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- Driving a proactive, practical and accountable safety culture across the business
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- Conducting site inspections, audits and risk assessments across Toowoomba and Brisbane projects
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- Monitoring compliance with WHS legislation, company systems and project requirements
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- Reviewing and improving safety policies, procedures and management systems
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- Supporting project teams with high-risk construction activities and appropriate control measures
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- Leading and supporting incident investigations, reporting and corrective actions
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- Identifying trends, risks and opportunities for continuous improvement
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- Delivering and overseeing safety training, toolbox talks and workforce education
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- Monitoring subcontractor safety performance and compliance
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- Providing accurate WHS reporting and advice to senior management
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- Working collaboratively with clients, contractors, consultants and other key stakeholders
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- Maintaining strong safety standards without losing sight of practical construction delivery
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About You

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You will be an experienced construction safety professional who can operate confidently at both management and site level.

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You understand that strong safety leadership is about more than systems and paperwork - it requires credibility with construction teams, clear communication and the ability to influence behaviour and decision-making.

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You will ideally bring

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- Relevant tertiary qualification or Certificate IV/Diploma in Work Health & Safety
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- Significant experience in WHS within the commercial construction sector
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- Previous experience in a Safety Manager, Senior Safety Advisor or similar senior safety position
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- Strong knowledge of Queensland WHS legislation, regulations and construction requirements
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- Experience developing, implementing and improving WHS management systems
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- Strong understanding of construction methodology and high-risk construction activities
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- Demonstrated experience conducting audits, investigations and risk assessments
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- Strong leadership, coaching and stakeholder management skills
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- Excellent written communication, reporting and documentation capabilities
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- A practical, solutions-focused approach to safety management
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- The ability to build credibility and strong relationships with people from site level through to senior management
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- Willingness and flexibility to travel regularly between Toowoomba and Brisbane
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This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced safety professional looking to step into a highly influential role with a growing construction business and a solid pipeline of projects.

📌 Safety Manager | Commercial Construction | Toowoomba (Toowoomba Regional)
🏢 Willow Recruitment
📍 Toowoomba Regional