Operations Safety Manager

Operations Safety Manager – Laing O'Rourke Laing O’Rourke is a $6 billion international operation with 70 years of involvement in Australian construction and infrastructure. The company delivers projects ranging from high‑security military bases to landmark buildings at the transport interface. About the opportunity The Victorian Government’s North East Link Program is Victoria’s biggest road project, connecting the Eastern Freeway to the M80 Ring Road with new twin tunnels. The project will take 15,000 trucks a day off local roads, reduce travel times by up to 35 minutes, and create new open spaces, walking, and cycling connections. Laing O’Rourke is working with the North East Link Program, Symal, Arcadis and WSP to develop and deliver engineering solutions for the South Package, which includes major bridge upgrades, road upgrades, lane duplications, a new interchange, and new/walking and cycling connections. About the role We are seeking an Operations Safety Manager to embed a safety‑first culture across our alliance, deliver the EBTA Health & Safety Management Plan, and lead safety strategy across the project. Key Responsibilities Implement, monitor, and review the EBTA Health & Safety Management Plan (HSMP) and associated sub‑plans. Work with senior leadership (Head of Health & Safety, Project General Superintendent) to develop and deliver alliance‑wide Health & Safety strategies and initiatives. Champion the Alliance Safety Culture – embed behavioural safety programs and Safe Production principles across all project delivery. Integrate safety into planning and execution by collaborating with delivery teams and supply‑chain partners. Lead the resourcing and development of Health & Safety personnel, ensuring alignment with EBTA values and project needs. Provide oversight on risk management, emergency planning, incident/event management, and legislative & contractual compliance across the Alliance. Chair key Health and Safety‑related forums to foster continuous improvement and collaboration with all project stakeholders. Analyse safety data and trends to inform proactive improvements and support alliance‑wide safety innovations. Act as a key point of contact for stakeholders and regulators (e.g. WorkSafe) and represent the Alliance in strategic forums when required. About You Extensive experience in Health & Safety management within complex project or alliance environments. Proven leadership skills and ability to influence culture across senior stakeholders, delivery teams, and supply‑chain partners. Strong capability to translate legislative and contractual H&S requirements into effective, practical safety programs. Strategic thinker – capable of assessing situations and making timely, informed decisions that support the needs of the project. Confident communicator – able to articulate safety performance, risk, and strategy clearly to diverse audiences. Data‑driven mindset – comfortable analysing safety data and leading continuous improvement initiatives. Proactive, adaptable, and able to step into senior forums or roles when necessary. Committed to embedding a genuine “Safe Production” ethos by championing behavioural safety and shared accountability across all levels. Benefits We offer industry‑leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry‑leading paid parental leave policy, an additional purchased leave option, and coaching programs for staff on parental leave. Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. Laing O’Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation – Employer of Choice for Gender Equality. Laing O'Rourke actively supports a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Download our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan at Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Other Industry Construction Location Melbourne, Victoria, Australia #J-18808-Ljbffr