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Job Overview
Shape the national and global Health & Safety agenda through strategic influence. Lead the development and delivery of strategies to enhance our systems and safety culture.
Komatsu is seeking an experienced National Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership across our Australian operations. Working in close partnership with the Global EHS team, this role will play a critical part in embedding a strong, consistent, and proactive safety culture across the business.
Reporting to the Director – Operations, this senior leadership position is responsible for developing and deploying Komatsu’s national EHS strategy, ensuring legislative compliance, mitigating organisational risk, and driving continuous improvement across multi-site operations.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Lead and implement the national EHS strategy across complex, multi-site operations
- Build, mentor and develop a high-performing national EHS team
- Ensure compliance with WHS and environmental legislation across all Australian jurisdictions
- Partner with senior leaders to embed a proactive, values-driven safety culture
- Provide EHS governance, risk management, and performance oversight
- Lead incident management, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate with the Global EHS team to align local and global safety initiatives
Qualifications/Requirements
- Extensive EHS leadership experience within industrial, mining, or heavy industry environments
- Strong working knowledge of Australian WHS and environmental legislation and regulatory requirements
- Proven ability to influence at executive level and drive national consistency
- Demonstrated experience leading cultural change and safety transformation
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline such as Occupational Health, Safety, Environmental Management, or similar
Komatsu Benefits
- Competitive remuneration package
- Fitness Passport
- Discounted corporate health insurance and Employee Assistance Program
- 12 weeks paid primary carer parental leave
- Salary sacrifice and vehicle leasing options
- Discounts with major retailers, automotive partners, and technology brands
- Access to thousands of expert‑led learning and development resources
At Komatsu, the Komatsu Way guides how we work — with integrity, innovation, and collaboration at the core. As a global leader in mining and heavy equipment manufacturing, we’re committed to excellence in everything we do. Join a team that values initiative, continuous improvement, and building strong, purposeful partnerships.
Komatsu (Joy Global Australia) is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and can provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request.
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