ANZ General Manager, Safety Health Quality & Training

About Veolia
Create positive change. Be a champion of Ecological Transformation.
Join Veolia, a global leader with over 170 years of experience, operating in 40+ countries with 220,000 employees worldwide, including 6,500 staff across 300 sites in Australia and New Zealand. As part of our team, you'll contribute to crucial environmental solutions through our innovative Water, Waste, Energy and Industrial Services, helping protect the environment and address essential human needs for a sustainable future.
The Opportunity
As a result of internal promotion, we are seeking an experienced General Manager - Safety Health, Quality & Training to define and lead the overall vision, policy, and governance framework for Health, Safety, Operational Training and Wellbeing across Veolia Australia and New Zealand. This is a pivotal leadership role reporting to the Chief People, Safety and Environment Officer. This role may be based in either Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Perth.
What’s on offer
Strategic leadership role to define and drive enterprise-wide safety transformation and cultural change across all Veolia ANZ operationsOpportunity to advise executive leadership and shape OHS governance, legislative compliance, and risk management strategies at the highest levelInternational reach to Veolia’s OHS Centre of Excellence in collaboration with the APAC Zone OHS Director to maintain the business unit’s position as a Group Leader in OHS performance
What you’ll be responsible for
Leading the strategic direction and long-term vision of the Health & Safety program across Veolia ANZ, you will:
Serve as the primary advisor to the CEO and ExCo on governance, strategic risks, and emerging regulatory trendsEstablish and oversee the implementation of integrated Health, Safety, Operational Training and Wellbeing Frameworks across all ANZ operating facilities and client sitesProvide executive oversight for high-risk operations and oversee crisis and incident response frameworks, ensuring systemic root-cause implementations for major incidentsLead, mentor, and build a high-performing regional and national safety leadership team across Environmental Services, Resource Recovery, Industrials and Energy and Water Lines of BusinessWork in close collaboration with the People, Environment and Risk and Insurance functions to deliver unified governance and support to the Operational Lines of BusinessEnsure compliance with ANZ Work Health & Safety legislation and govern overall certification strategies, ensuring enterprise alignment with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001
What you’ll need to be successful
Postgraduate degree or tertiary qualifications in Occupational Health & Safety, Risk Management, Engineering, or a related disciplineMastery of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO9001 and enterprise risk management frameworksProven track record operating in a senior safety leadership role within a complex, heavy industry or multi-site environmentDemonstrated experience advising C-suite leaders and managing complex regulatory relationshipsAdvanced communication, risk management, and crisis control capabilities
Veolia’s AlwaysSafe culture means that we care about the safety of people on our sites. We operate a zero tolerance drug and alcohol approach and shortlisted candidates must be prepared to undertake a full pre-employment medical check which includes drug and alcohol screening. Shortlisted candidates must also be willing to undergo a National Police Clearance.
Join a team that values your wellbeing, growth, and contribution—while making a real impact on the environment and our communities. Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion
Veolia is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and accessible environment. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.
Discover more about our benefits, culture, and commitment to diversity at anz.veolia.com/careers.
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