Deputy EHS Manager

As the Deputy Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager supporting the Joint Defense Facility Pine Gap (JDFPG) in Alice Springs, Australia you will have the responsibility to assist the EHS Manager in overseeing and guiding the EHS team in the operations and programs to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This will include modification of safety-related activities and plans to specific contracts in compliance with Australian and U.S. federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. This position relies on extensive experience and judgment to manage and lead a multi-disciplinary team, execute plans, and accomplish goals.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Instills a safety-first mentality within respective work areas and a culture that achieves low accident rates and minimal lost-time injuries.
• Develop and lead delivery of the short- and long-term performance goals that support the program.
• Coach, guide and advise senior functional and operations partners in EHS requirements to meet legislative and regulatory compliance.
• Create a culture of safety leadership by continually striving for EHS excellence and supports the development of a strong safety culture relevant to the business.
• Plan, implement, monitor and reviews all aspects of EHS performance and ensures a program of continual improvement.
• Responsible for ensuring timely incident reporting and that incidents are investigated to a high standard, classified correctly and that High Value Learnings are developed where appropriate.
• Drive delivery of the EHS training program to ensure all employees undertake mandatory training.
• Lead the EHS audit program and drive the close out of improvement actions.
• Develop plans, procedures, and policies to continuously improve the EHS program.
• Provide support to other functions where they interact with EHS.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Essential

• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Health and Safety or related field
• A relevant Work Health and Safety qualification to Certificate IV minimum (Australian citizens)
• 3-5 years of related experience w/ managerial/supervisory experience
• U.S. Citizen w/ the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
• Australian citizen w/ the ability to obtain and maintain a TSPV clearance
• Experience of working to ISO45001 and ISO14001 standards
• Experience as an incident investigator and EHS Auditor

Desirable

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar certification
• ICAM Lead Investigator certification

EXPERIENCE - Minimum Essential

• 3 to 5 years - in a similar role
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and the public.

WORK ENVIRONMENT, PHYSICAL DEMANDS, AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The Position involves work typical of a construction environment with associated hazards. Occasional lifting to 10kgs, constant sitting with occasional use of computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines. Equipment may be loud and noisy or have exposed moving components. Such positions may involve routine lifting to 22kgs, regular handling, grasping, kneeling and carrying, and constant use of vision and mental alertness is required. This classification may include managing hazardous material or other environmental responsibilities.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT

It is a condition of employment at JDFPG that employees obtain and retain the appropriate level of security clearance and medical clearance applicable to each role. The employee will require a Top-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) Department of Defence Security Clearance (Australian) or TS/SCI (U.S.) clearance.

STATEMENT OF WORK REQUIREMENTS

All personnel assigned to work at JDFPG shall be:

• At least 18 years of age.
• Able to fluently read, write and speak English

EHS REQUIREMENT

All Amentum personnel are responsible for understanding and complying with all site environmental, health and safety requirements. While Amentum is responsible for providing a safe workplace and is responsible for ensuring compliance with requirements of the JDFPG Handbook, each person is responsible for:

• Completing work tasks in a safe manner
• Reporting any unsafe acts or conditions to their supervisor and/or PMO/EHS Manager
• Continuous adherence to the environmental, health and safety procedures outlined in the JDFPG Handbook during the performance of their work
• Red-Carding a Job - Employee right and responsibility to "STOP WORK" if a job is unsafe or possess a danger to the environment

QUALITY REQUIREMENT

Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Program and carry out job activities in compliance with the Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

PROCEDURE COMPLIANCE

Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to their job.

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Compensation Details:
US: $135000 - $154000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:
05/07/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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