Head of Projects Health, Safety and Environment

Head of Projects Health, Safety, and Environment

V/Line's purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport - connecting to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism, and trade.

V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we're delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3,700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network, and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 2,700 committed team members who are up to the challenge.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to fill the role of Head of Projects Health, Safety, and Environment.

In this key leadership and advisory role, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the highest standards of safety, environmental responsibility, and stakeholder engagement across our Projects division.

About the role

As our Head of Projects Health, Safety, and Environment, you will lead our high-performing teams of Health & Safety (H&S) and Environment & Heritage (E&H) professionals, aligning activities with the broader direction defined by our Safety Sustainability & Risk (SSR) function.

Your primary objectives include providing counsel on risk identification and management, advising the Projects function, and championing a culture that prioritises Safety and sustainability.

Key Accountabilities include:

Leadership

• Develop, lead, and oversee the Health & Safety (H&S) and Environment & Heritage (E&H) teams.
• Work collaboratively with your team to inspire, motivate, guide, support, coach, mentor, and manage professional development.
• Work with Safety Sustainability & Risk (SSR) to set and measure related KPIs.
• Drive compliance with Railway Safety National Law (RSNL), and State (Vic) and Commonwealth legislation relating to H&S and E&H.
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement regarding Health, Safety, & Environment practices.

Health and Safety

• Ensure compliance with ISO 45001 accredited OHS Management Systems.
• Develop and implement OHS regulations and support the development of processes, management guides, and best practice procedures related to Health and Safety matters.
• Oversee recording, reporting of OHS incidents, and assist with Emergency Response.

Environment and Heritage

• Ensure compliance with ISO 14001 accredited Environmental Management Systems (EMS).
• Provide counsel in the management of environmental risk and associated controls.
• Oversee the review, recording, and reporting of environmental incidents.
• Support engagement with regulators and community groups on heritage issues.

About you

Reporting to the Director - Project Readiness, you will be leading a team of around twenty Health & Safety and Environment & Heritage professionals.

It is essential that you have 10+ years professional experience working with complex stakeholders, preferably in project delivery.

Ideally, your professional experience comes from working in rail, or other large infrastructure projects, in a safety regulated field.

Tertiary qualifications in Safety Management, OHSM, Risk Management, Environmental Management, or a related discipline are highly desirable, especially at post-graduate level.

Along with your exceptional people leadership skills, you possess the following:

• Highly developed stakeholder relationship skills.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Astute analytical capabilities.
• Demonstrated alignment to V/Line's values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership, and human rights.

What we offer

In addition to free myki travel, we offer:

Community impact - Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.

Huge potential - We're transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.

Dynamic environment - V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.

Collaborative team - You'll be part of a broader, supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.

Flexible working - We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.

More information

This is a complex and interesting role. To obtain a comprehensive Position Description and arrange a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Dee Morris, Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner for Projects at **********@vline.com.au

How to apply

If you are a proactive leader with a passion for safety, sustainability, and stakeholder engagement, we invite you to apply for this challenging and rewarding position.

Click 'Apply' to go through to our V/Line Careers page to submit your application.

The recruitment and selection process may include aptitude assessments, behavioural and/or technical interviews, and employment references.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment screening including probity checks and Australian entitlement to work.

Employees of V/Line are required to maintain a valid Working with Children Check Victoria (Employee) for the duration of employment.

We welcome and encourage early applications. Applications close 11:59pm, Monday, 5 February 2024.

V/Line is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we welcome applicants from any background. We value diversity and are continuously working towards creating a flexible and inclusive environment that is representative of the Victorian community.