Join to apply for the Head of Safety Operations role at Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Head of Safety Operations role at Abergeldie Complex InfrastructureAbout UsAbergeldie is a majority locally owned contractor with 30 years industry experience in Australia and New Zealand. We design and deliver projects in the Water, Bridges, Transport, Underground, Energy and Remediation industry sectors. Projects include dams, bridges, tunnels, water and wastewater treatment process facilities, rail infrastructure, mining infrastructure, electrical substations, marine works and pipeline rehabilitation: the complex infrastructure needed to build better communities.About the OpportunityWere looking for a Head of Safety Operations to lead safety across all areas of Abergeldie. This role has an ANZ remit, supporting projects and teams across Australia and New Zealand, and will require regular interstate travel (and similarly, at times to New Zealand). Reporting to the General Manager for Health, Safety, Environment and Sustainability, youll oversee a team of ANZ Safety Managers and Safety Advisors, guiding them to deliver best-practice safety outcomes across our sites and operations.This is a key senior leadership position, driving the strategies, systems, and culture that keep our people safe, ensure compliance, and enable sustainable project delivery. Youll strengthen how safety is managed across the business - embedding practical processes, clear expectations and risk-based approaches that help our teams work safely every day.Youll be a trusted partner and leaderto our delivery teams, ensuring safety is built into planning and delivery, whilst meeting our legal, regulatory and client obligations. Working closely with our HSES leadership, youll champion proactive risk management, lead safety culture initiatives and oversee safety performance across multiple sites and projects. Youll also ensure our safety systems align with ISO certifications, legislation, and industry best practice.What Youll Bring to the TeamYoure an experienced safety leader who can balance strategic direction with practical, on-the-ground support. Youll have:Extensive senior safety leadership experience with a demonstrated national and internationalremit, ideally in construction orinfrastructure.Proven and demonstratedability to lead and develop national and internationalsafety teams (including Safety Managers and Senior Safety Advisors), across diverse projects and locations.A strong track record of embedding fit-for-purpose safety systems and driving cultural change in complex operational environments.Relevant qualifications in Work Health and Safety, supported by relevant certifications such as ICAM, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor or equivalent.Experience in high-level incident investigations, audits, regulatory engagement, and maintaining ISO certifications.The confidence and credibility to influence senior executives, operational leaders and client representatives.A collaborative, pragmatic communication style and a genuine commitment to continuous improvement and safe project delivery.Why You Should Work With UsOur people are what make Abergeldie successful, and we make sure that this is the kind of place where great people enjoy working for the long term. We have a range of employee benefits, including the Abergeldie Bonus Scheme, where all eligible employees share in the benefits of the projects they have helped to deliver. When we deliver winning projects, we celebrate success together.Interested?If this sounds like you, apply now or reach out to Dee Paton (dpaton@abergeldie.com) for more information.#bestpeople #bestdelivery #bestplanningSeniority levelSeniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionManagement and ManufacturingIndustriesCivil EngineeringReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Head of Operations roles.Strategy and Operations Senior Manager, APACSurry Hills, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoEveleigh, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoSurry Hills, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoHead of Operations - (Flexible | Remote | Leadership)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoGeneral Manager - Operations & Customer SupportSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSenior Operations Manager - Multi-Site, Sydney RegionRedfern, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoHead of Market Operations ANZ - ProfessionalChatswood, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoManager, Venue Operations Permanent Full-time Position, Sydney ShowgroundSydney Olympic Park, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSenior Manager / Director Operational Transformation - Energy and UtilitiesSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSenior Manager / Director Operational Transformation - Energy and UtilitiesSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoGeneral Manager / Head of Flight OperationsBankstown, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoNorth Ryde, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoPM Kitchen Operations Manager Fresh Food Production (3pm12am, MonFri)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia A$90,000.00-A$110,000.00 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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Head of Safety Operations