Hybrid Environmental Health, Safety and Quality Manager – Data Centres

at Macquarie Technology Group

• Job title: Environmental Health, Safety and Quality Manager – Data Centres
• Job type: Contract
• Experience level: Senior, Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Macquarie Park, Australia

About the role

• 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.