Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

Job Title

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

Job Description Summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an experienced and passionate Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead EHS strategy, governance and performance across a major national healthcare facilities portfolio. This is a key leadership role within our Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) business, supporting operational excellence and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our people, contractors and communities.

Job Description

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager – Healthcare Portfolio

Australia Full Time | VIC, NSW or QLD

The Opportunity

As the EHS Manager, you will lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of EHS systems, processes and programs across a complex healthcare portfolio. You’ll partner closely with account leadership and site‑based FM teams to drive a strong safety culture, ensure compliance, and deliver best‑in‑class EHS outcomes.

This role reports to the Senior Account Director – Healthcare with an indirect reporting line to the EHS Manager ANZ.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead EHS governance across the healthcare portfolio, ensuring compliance with legislation, codes of practice and contractual requirements.

• Implement and enhance EHS management systems, including risk registers, management plans and audit frameworks.

• Conduct risk assessments, inspections, audits and hazard reviews to identify and mitigate critical risks.

• Oversee ESM compliance, hazardous materials governance, environmental obligations and heritage requirements.

• Manage incident reporting, investigations, root cause analysis and corrective actions.

• Deliver EHS inductions, toolbox talks and safety training for staff and contractors.

• Support procurement with EHS input into tenders and contractor safety assessments.

• Coordinate Emergency Management and Business Continuity Planning.

• Prepare accurate and timely EHS performance reporting for internal and client stakeholders.

• Mentor and coach operational teams to strengthen safety leadership and culture.

What’s in it for you

• National portfolio exposure across a critical healthcare environment.

• Opportunity to shape EHS strategy and influence senior stakeholders.

• Work within a high‑performing IFM team with strong leadership support.

• Access to C&W learning pathways, professional development and EHS upskilling.

• A culture that values innovation, safety, inclusion and continuous improvement.

• Competitive salary package and long‑term career growth opportunities.

About You

• 5–10+ years’ experience in EHS roles within facilities management, property or construction.

• Strong knowledge of EHS legislation, systems and risk frameworks.

• Proven ability to lead, influence and mentor diverse stakeholder groups.

• Experience managing audit programs, compliance frameworks and incident investigations.

• Tertiary qualification in a related discipline.

• ICAM and Lead Auditor qualifications (highly regarded).

• Confident communicator with strong problem‑solving and stakeholder engagement skills.

 

 

 

As an equal opportunity employer, Cushman & Wakefield encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates to apply. Cushman & Wakefield promotes safety at all times.

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