We have an opportunity for an experienced Health and Safety Manager to join our team in Gladstone and support our Central Queensland operations. Based at our cement manufacturing plant, your remit will include the plant, our mine at East End, the road transport team in Gladstone and Rockhampton as well as our small fly ash operations and the rail interface between different sites.
You will be on the leadership team for the Gladstone region, with visibility and engagement with everyone from fitters and operators through to executives, board members and shareholder visitors. Your real impact will be realised through your connection to the team, the leaders and the ongoing support to elevate the capability and performance of safety and health for the region. You will be empowered to make real change and able to leverage the broader HSE team across the business.
Your Opportunity
You will report to the Operations Manager – Gladstone, with connection to the Group Safety & Sustainability Manager. In this role you will:
- Coach, mentor, assist, challenge and guide site leaders in safety, health and related issues
- Provide professional advice to leaders in risk management, using internal frameworks
- Drive improvements in the safety culture by championing issues and engaging all employees and contractors in dialogue
- Provide advice on requirements to manage and implement SHEQ Management System
- Ensure relevant training needs analyses are maintained for compliance training and support delivery
- Communicate and facilitate the implementation of safety best practices
- Recommend and implement strategic and tactical safety improvements
- Personally lead investigations for all high-level incidents
- Monitor business specific safety legislation and regulatory requirements to ensure it is incorporated into corporate and site systems, build capability of the site teams
- Plan for successful site shutdowns and provide technical safety input to other projects
- Manage industrial hygiene, employee health, return to work and rehabilitation
- In partnership with senior leaders, liaise with relevant government and industry bodies
- Support the internal/external audit program, SHEQ data reviews and reporting needs
What You’ll Bring
- Experience in a senior health and safety role within a complex manufacturing, construction, transport and/or mining industry
- A practical, pragmatic and hands on approach to health and safety
- Workplace and process safety; chain of responsibility and rail/maritime safety interfaces
- Ability to influence and achieve outcomes through others
- Demonstrated communication skills and the ability to coach, develop and build capability in others
- Understanding and interpretation of Workplace Health and Safety, and Environmental Legislation
- Experience in maintaining a management system certified to ISO 14001, ISO 9001 and ISO 45001
- Understanding of budgeting and project management
- Experience with injury management/return to work
- Qualifications including Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Applied Science and/or Masters in Health and Safety are ideal, but not essential
- Lead Auditor, ICAM Lead Investigator (or equivalent) and/or Cert IV Training and Assessment qualifications are preferred
Why Join Cement Australia?
- Be Yourself: Be your authentic self in a diverse and dedicated workplace where we focus on achieving great results together.
- Paid Parental Leave: We offer leave options (12 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer, 1-week paid partner leave) to support your family life, ensuring you can cherish special moments with your loved ones.
- Novated Leasing: Drive your dream car for less through our partnership with sgfleet, offering fantastic discounts on vehicles.
- Discounted Products: Renovating? DIY’er? Save on your home improvement projects with exclusive discounts on concrete and quarry products.
- Salaried Day Off every month: All salaried roles now have the option to work a 19-day month.
- Health & Well-being: Prioritise your health with discounted health insurance (Medibank), and access to our EAP program. You will also be eligible for reimbursement of up to $1000 p.a. for Yaralla or your annual gym membership; OR a $1000 World Travel Voucher.
Who We Are
Cement Australia has been at the heart of the nation’s infrastructure for decades, proudly standing as Australia’s leading supplier of cementitious products and services. With our operations now extending across all states and territories - including expanded manufacturing and distribution capabilities in Western Australia - our national footprint continues to strengthen to support Australia’s growing construction and infrastructure needs.
But we’re more than just cement. Our diverse operations include heavy industrial manufacturing, coal and limestone mining, bulk transport distribution, rail and shipping logistics, and innovative waste management through Geocycle, where we turn challenges into sustainable solutions. At Cement Australia, we believe in empowering our people with the tools, support, and opportunities to make a real impact. Join a collaborative team that values work-life balance and thrives on innovation. Together, we’re building a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future—driven by a shared commitment to excellence and our core values.
What Else You Need to Know
- References, a pre-employment medical and background check are part of the recruitment process.
- Cement Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from Australian residents with valid working rights.
- Please note: Direct applications only—no agency submissions at this time.
Ready to Build Your Future? Apply Now to take the next step with Australia’s leading cement manufacturer and innovator.
