WHS Manager

Talent Acquisition Business Partner | Internal Mobility | Careers The Opportunity – Help build places people love to live. We are building something new and exciting at Stockland. A dedicated team of WHS Managers across the country who will lift safety performance and culture in meaningful ways. This Queensland role sits at the heart of a national transformation. Our Head of Safety has set a clear direction that goes beyond systems and compliance. It is about care, accountability, and long‑term impact. You will help bring this vision to life in high‑risk environments across Development, Investment Management and Construction, shaping safer places and smarter ways of working. This is meaningful work with real impact. A powerful career move for an experienced WHS professional ready to step into visible leadership, partnering with senior stakeholders and influencing how safety is designed, delivered and lived across Queensland projects. What You Will Do Lead the implementation of Stockland’s WHS strategy, systems and Standards of Safety across Queensland. Maintain a visible WHS leadership presence across sites, offices and project teams. Provide expert WHS advice and coaching to internal and external stakeholders. Identify and manage WHS risks with a focus on Acute High Risk Activities. Guide incident management processes, facilitate investigations for the most serious incidents and ensure lessons learned are shared and acted upon. Facilitate learning programs including high impact frontline leader sessions and contribute to WHS data reporting and analysis. Implement health and wellbeing initiatives in collaboration with internal teams. Partner with senior leaders to embed a proactive, risk‑based safety culture across diverse Queensland operations. About You You are an experienced WHS practitioner who brings confidence, credibility and a practical approach. You thrive in complex, high‑risk environments and enjoy shaping culture as much as refining systems. You influence at pace, build strong relationships and take pride in creating safer, smarter ways of working. Experience and Skills That Count Diploma or Degree in WHS, Risk, Environmental Management, Science or related technical discipline. Established WHS career in construction, asset management or both. Experience in high‑risk industries such as infrastructure, mining, gas or energy. Strong knowledge of WHS legislation and best practice management systems. Familiarity with WHS systems, assurance processes and investigation methodologies including experience managing critical incidents. Crisis management capability and exposure to critical level incidents. Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive continuous improvement. Excellent communication, coaching and problem solving skills. Passion for safety and a proactive approach to risk management. The Right Mindset Confident, influential leadership that drives cultural change. Collaborative and solutions focused with the ability to navigate competing priorities. Committed to raising the bar in safety and delivering long‑term impact. The Stockland Proposition We’re a community: a supportive, empowered team that works as one to create better places and experiences for everyone, including ourselves. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are welcomed, and everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know. Apply Today Stockland – a better way to live Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Real Estate, Construction, and Community Development and Urban Planning Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia #J-18808-Ljbffr