Senior WHS Manager

Senior WHS Business Partner - Apartments 2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Be part of shaping the future of urban living at Stockland. We’re entering a new chapter and we are genuinely excited to welcome people who want to help shape it. Over the past few months, Our Head of Safety has been working with the team at Stockland to define a new Safety strategy. It’s not just about systems and compliance, it’s about building a culture of care, accountability and long-term impact. This is a transformative piece of work and now we’re building a team to bring it to life. We’re seeking a Senior WHS Business Partner to lead safety strategy and culture across our Apartments and Urban Communities portfolio. This is a unique opportunity to influence how safety is embedded into the design, development, and delivery of vibrant, high-density living spaces and mixed-use developments that shape the future of our cities. This role is ideal for a strategic WHS professional who thrives in dynamic, complex environments and is passionate about raising the bar in safety. While there are no direct reports initially, you’ll play a pivotal role in influencing and partnering with senior stakeholders across the business to drive a proactive, risk-based safety culture. Your tasks will include: Partnering with senior stakeholders to embed a proactive, risk-based safety culture Leading WHS strategy and initiatives across urban and apartment projects Providing expert guidance on WHS compliance, systems, and continuous improvement Influencing design and delivery to ensure safety is embedded from the ground up No direct reports initially, but high visibility and strategic influence To be successful in this role you: Bring extensive WHS experience in high-density urban and vertical build projects, ideally with billion-dollar or complex multiphase developments preferred Have strong technical knowledge of design integration and construction safety, with the ability to influence design teams and external partners Demonstrate confident, influential leadership with the ability to drive cultural change and manage competing stakeholder priorities Are passionate about raising the bar in safety and driving innovation Have experience working across multiple principal contractors and complex delivery models Hold a Diploma or Degree in WHS, Environmental Management, or a related technical field Bring experience from high-risk industries such as high rise construction, infrastructure, energy, or mining Are skilled in serious incident investigations, crisis response, and implementing WHS systems The Stockland Proposition At Stockland we are focussed on delivering outcomes that benefit the community at large. We work collaboratively and inclusively, building strong working relationships. Our portfolio is diverse and so are the opportunities for professional and career development. We are committed to providing our people with broad experiences to build a successful career. Due to the permanent nature of this role, we can only accept applications from Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or Open Work Visa holders with more than 12 months validity from their role start date. Agencies should note that unsolicited resumes will not be accepted for this position and Stockland will not pay any fees related to resumes that are submitted directly to hiring managers and not through our approved process. Where appropriate, the Careers @ Stockland Team will work with our preferred panel of agencies to source candidates for roles. Apply today – Stockland – a better way to live Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Project Management, Manufacturing, and Engineering Industries: Construction, Civil Engineering, and Real Estate Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Stockland by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr