Acquainted Talent has been engaged by a well-established engineering specialist to appoint a Health & Safety Manager.

This is a broad, standalone position offering genuine ownership of the Health & Safety function across a geographically dispersed operational business. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will partner with senior leaders, operational managers and field-based employees to deliver practical safety outcomes.

The organisation already has established systems and certified management frameworks in place. The focus is on maintaining what works, strengthening consistency and implementing considered improvements.

The Role

You will be responsible for:
Providing practical Health & Safety advice to managers and employees
Conducting site inspections, audits and risk assessments
Leading incident investigations and corrective actions
Coordinating employee health surveillance and medical compliance
Supporting safety training, consultation and engagement initiatives
Maintaining ISO-certified management systems and coordinating audits
Reviewing policies, procedures, SWMS and risk documentation

The role is based in North Sydney and will involve periodic interstate and NZ travel.





About You

You will be an experienced Health & Safety qualified who is comfortable operating independently and taking ownership of a broad function.

You will ideally bring:
Experience in construction, engineering or infrastructure (or related)
Robust knowledge of WHS legislation and risk management
Exposure to ISO-certified management systems
The ability to influence both frontline employees and senior leaders
A practical, collaborative and people-focused approach
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities

Most importantly, you will be someone who can build trust, communicate clearly and translate Health & Safety requirements into practical actions for the business.

What’s on Offer
Genuine ownership of a standalone Health & Safety function
Direct access to senior leadership
A broad operational and corporate remit
Established systems and certification frameworks
Exposure to varied sites, projects and operational environments
The prospect to influence safety outcomes across the business
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📌 Health And Safety Manager Sydney
🏢 Acquaintedtalent
📍 Sydney