EHSQ Manager driving safety and quality in Macquarie Data Centres' operations team. Implementing strategic initiatives and ensuring compliance with ISO standards on a fixed-term contract.
Responsibilities
We’re seeking an experienced and passionate Environmental Health, Safety & Quality (EHSQ) Manager to join our high-performing Data Centre Operations team on a 12-month fixed term contract.
This is a pivotal role responsible for driving our EHSQ strategy, ensuring our operations remain safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible while supporting our commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement.
You’ll partner closely with managers, staff, and contractors to manage health, safety, environmental and quality systems, while maintaining alignment with ISO standards and regulatory requirements.
Lead the development, implementation, and assessment of comprehensive EHSQ management systems and initiatives.
Manage internal and external audits across ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certifications, ensuring full compliance and continuous improvement.
Oversee incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to enhance workplace safety.
Deliver reports and insights for executive and board review, including key safety and environmental metrics.
Collaborate with the multiple stakeholders to manage ESG performance data and sustainability reporting (including CDP and related disclosures).
Drive training and awareness programs across operations and contractors, embedding a strong safety culture.
Support sales and operational teams with EHSQ input during tenders, RFPs, and new project designs.
Lead emergency response and environmental compliance initiatives across all sites.
Implement OH&S improvement projects and promote a safety culture.
Assess and evaluate EHS processes and activities to ensure best practices and compliance.
Implement WH&S training programs for employees and contractors; including safety standards and any relevant legislative changes and WHS updates.
Ensure compliance and document update with safety protocols for visitors and contractors.
Ensure compliance with emergency response, environmental, and quality assurance standards and legal and regulatory requirements.
Maintain fire protection equipment, first aid kits, and personal protective equipment.
Maintaining and managing ISO standards and including managing the annual ESHQ program to ensure audit readiness.
Requirements
A Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering or a related discipline.
Minimum 7 years’ experience in EHSQ management, ideally in data centre, construction, or high-risk industries.
Demonstrated success implementing and auditing ISO management systems (9001, 14001, 45001) is ideal.
Strong experience in policy development, reporting, and training program delivery.
Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills — with the ability to influence and drive outcomes across all levels of the organisation.
Eligibility to obtain an NV1 Security Clearance (Australian Citizenship highly desirable).
ISO lead auditor certification and prior experience with environmental compliance and sustainability reporting is desirable.
Benefits
Join one of Australia’s most awarded technology workplaces.
Work alongside passionate, high-performing professionals in a collaborative and values-driven culture.
Be part of an organisation that values innovation, sustainability, and excellence in everything we do.
Enjoy flexible work arrangements, career development, and the opportunity to make a real impact in a critical operational role.
Job title
Environmental Health, Safety and Quality Manager – Data Centres
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