The Opportunity
Join our Sydney Roads and Asset Performance portfolio and play a key role alongside project leaders in delivering safer, smarter project outcomes.
You’ll lead the implementation and governance of SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) programs across projects, ensuring consistency, compliance, and alignment with business and client expectations. Acting as the link between the Sector SHEQ Manager and delivery teams, you’ll drive performance while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
Supporting our M12, civil maintenance, and ITS projects across the Parklands zone, you’ll provide valuable insights that influence both project success and broader sector performance.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary + vehicle package
- Onsite parking at our Arndell Park office (primary base)
- Clear career pathways with a strong focus on internal promotion and long-term development
- Flexible work arrangements, including a mix of office, site, and work-from-home options (post-probation)
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects for Transport for NSW
- A supportive and high-performing team that values innovation and continuous improvement
- VenPerks benefits, including paid parental leave, Fitness Passport access, and discounts on private healthcare, travel, retail, and more
Key Accountabilities
- Drive the implementation of site Health & Safety objectives aligned with the broader SHEQ strategy
- Maintain and continuously improve SHEQ systems, processes, and performance
- Develop and deliver key programs and management plans, including emergency response and business continuity
- Provide expert guidance and communicate legislative and regulatory updates effectively
- Ensure alignment with client requirements and secure timely compliance approvals
- Conduct inspections, audits, and critical control verifications to ensure compliance
- Lead incident investigations, identifying root causes and embedding lessons learned
- Support contractor management processes, including onboarding and site inductions
- Analyse performance data to identify trends and improve project outcomes
- Coordinate injury management and return-to-work programs
- Foster a proactive safety culture through stakeholder engagement and collaboration
- Deliver training, mentoring, and coaching to operational and project teams
About You
- Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (or equivalent)
- ICAM Lead Investigator certification (essential) and Lead Auditor experience
- Trainer and Assessor accreditation (highly regarded)
- Proven experience in construction, infrastructure, or similar high-risk environments
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels
- A collaborative and proactive approach to stakeholder engagement
- Demonstrated capability in trend analysis, risk management, and commercial awareness
- Sound understanding of incident causation methodologies
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
How to apply
If you are looking to expand your career with a business that rewards and values its employees, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.
Position Reference Number:166804
