Job Description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description

Benefits

• Shape safety strategy on a $5.5 billion landmark rail project
• Report directly to the Project Director with real influence
• Career and development support to grow your leadership path

Project Information:

ACCIONA is part of CoastalTraX, delivering the greenfield works for Stage 1 of The Wave: 19 kilometres of dual-track passenger rail between Beerwah and Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast. Backed by $5.5 billion in joint government funding, the project is part of Queensland's infrastructure pipeline ahead of Brisbane 2032 and is now in design and preconstruction.

About the Opportunity:

As Senior Health and Safety Manager, you will lead the safety strategy for ACCIONA's scope on The Wave Stage 1, reporting to the Project Director and guiding multiple direct and indirect reports. You will set the safety vision, embed a positive safety culture and lead incident investigations, using root cause analysis to drive lasting improvement. You will coach Safety Managers, Advisors and Coordinators, influence project leadership on health, safety and wellbeing outcomes, and act as trusted advisor across a complex, multi-partner delivery team.

Key accountabilities for the position will be:

• Lead the development and delivery of health and safety programs
• Lead incident investigations and enforce corrective actions
• Drive risk assessments, safety audits and site inspections
• Coach and develop Safety Managers, Advisors and Coordinators
• Monitor safety performance and report to executive leadership
• Partner with project leadership to embed a positive safety culture
• Review and improve safety policies, procedures and management systems

Required Skills and Competencies

What capability and experience will you need to have:

• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field
• Lead Auditor qualification
• Qualification in incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Experience in rail or large-scale infrastructure delivery
• Proven leadership of safety teams on complex, multi-partner projects

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

Apply now to lead safety on one of Queensland's landmark rail projects.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.