Manager Safety Strategy

Queensland Rail

  • Brisbane, QLD
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 12 days ago
Why Queensland Rail?We will provide you with an exciting and diverse career opportunity to join a company that continues to strive in the delivery of a modern and world-class railway, you will be able to lead and apply your innovative thoughts to enhance our rail network. For this role we also offer:
  • Highly competitive salary plus a generous superannuation contribution
  • Permanent role
  • Opportunity to deliver safety improvements and lead safety programs
  • Collaborative and engaged workplace and positive team environment
  • Genuine work life balance
  • Free Citytrain travel to and from work and access to other free or discounted SEQ rail travel
About this role:The Safety, Risk & Assurance team plays a critical role in ensuring rail safety systems, procedures, and practices reflect the highest standards of Queensland Rail and national law.We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced rail safety manager to help drive strategic safety objectives across Queensland Rail.This position is based in Brisbane however for the right candidate there is flexibility for this position to be based at one of our other main offices. You will be required to travel regularly throughout the region in this position.Overview of Responsibilities of the role:
  • Participate as a member of the Regional Safety Risk & Assurance Leadership Team to develop, implement, monitor and review strategies that deliver key performance objectives, budget and operational initiatives
  • Lead and manage the development and implementation of Regional Safety Risk & Assurance's safety strategy and supporting safety improvement frameworks
  • Assist the Senior leadership to establish, co-ordinate and integrate Safety, Risk & Assurance improvement initiatives aligned to Queensland Rail's Strategic Plan.
  • Provide advice, leadership and coaching to the Safety Assurance and Environment resources to ensure appropriate management of their initiatives.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
What you can bring to the role:
  • Extensive knowledge of safety management principles and issues, including government policy, legislation, technology, innovation, industry trends, and risk-based management systems relevant to a large, diverse organisation operating across various industry sectors.
  • Ability to build and sustain productive relationships and partnerships through strong influencing, interpersonal, consultation, relationship building, and negotiation skills.
  • Skilled in business performance concepts, drivers, reporting, and analytics.
  • Skilled in the application of program management principles and processes demonstrated by effective identification of change impacts and application of controls.
  • Skilled in the application of risk management principles and processes demonstrated by effective identification, evaluation, and reporting or organisation.'
To read the position description clickSounds great, what's next?Please apply to Manager Safety Strategy (7607) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Sunday 5th May 2024.IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CURRENT QUEENSLAND RAIL EMPLOYEES:You must apply for vacancies via the internal People Connect solution - Click for more informationExternal applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing. The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, pre-employment health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.Supporting a Diverse WorkforceQueensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences. We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Kayley Gayton via the phone number or email below.To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Kayley Gayton with your specific enquiry on kayley.gayton@qr.com.au. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.

Queensland Rail

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