Gamuda Engineering is a reputable Engineering and Construction contractor that specialises in the design, construction, operation and maintenance of Transport, Civil and Energy Infrastructure projects. We are currently delivering the Sydney Metro West – Western Tunnelling Package and in joint venture partnerships both the $1.35B Coffs Harbour Bypass and the $1B M1 Motorway Extension Southern Package.
We are also shortlisted for several major transport and energy infrastructure projects and are pursuing other significant opportunities in these sectors across Australia.
Our team has grown rapidly since establishing in Australia, and we are building a culture where safety, integrity, and innovation underpin everything we do. We are now seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Health, Safety & Assurance to further develop and shape the future of our safety culture.
The Opportunity
Based in our corporate office in North Sydney, the Head of Health Safety & Assurance will:
• Provide specialist H&S input during tender and bid phases, ensuring proposals demonstrate robust safety assurance, risk management, and compliance with ISO standards.
• Provide strategic leadership of Gamuda’s H&S Management System across Australia, aligned with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and Federal Safety Commission standards.
• Support client engagement during tender processes, representing Gamuda’s safety culture and demonstrating value in pre-award negotiations and presentations.
• Drive the development of risk-based assurance strategies, safety-in-design processes, and critical risk controls.
• Establish and oversee systems for monitoring, auditing, and reporting on health and safety performance, ensuring statutory and contractual compliance.
• Partner with tender and delivery teams to embed H&S leadership and safety assurance throughout project lifecycles.
• Provide mentorship, direction, and capability-building for H&S managers, advisors, and project staff.
• Represent Gamuda with clients, regulators, and industry bodies to strengthen stakeholder confidence in our safety performance.
About You
We are looking for a collaborative and influential leader who can balance strategic vision with hands-on delivery. You will bring:
• Degree qualifications in Health & Safety, Construction, or a related discipline.
• At least 15 years’ senior experience in H&S leadership within the Australian construction industry, ideally with Tier 1 contractors.
• Demonstrated expertise in Safety Assurance frameworks and application on major infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards and WHS legislation across NSW, QLD, and VIC.
• Proven ability to influence, coach, and build capability at all levels of an organisation.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to represent Gamuda externally.
Gamuda Australia encourages and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce, including those from overseas and current Visa holders. Gamuda appreciates your application, and we will endeavour to respond as soon as practicable.
Unsolicited agency CVs submitted to Gamuda will not be accepted.