Ventia
Leading essential infrastructure services provider operating, maintaining and managing critical public and private assets.
23 hours ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Richmond, Victoria, Australia
Hybrid
Company Size
35,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
tender delivery
risk management
esg guidance
stakeholder engagement
innovation proposals
response library
Key responsibilities include leading and delivering SHEQ and ESG components of tender responses, reviewing contractual requirements to identify risks and opportunities, and providing SHEQ/ESG support to work‑winning teams. The role also involves identifying critical SHEQ risks, collaborating to de‑risk proposals, building strategic stakeholder relationships, and proposing SHEQ innovations to enhance proposal value. Additionally, the incumbent will develop a library of standardised SHEQ responses and may support mobilisation or demobilisation teams as needed.
- Lead and deliver SHEQ and ESG components of tender responses and work‑winning activities.
- Review contractual requirements to identify risks and opportunities for Ventia.
- Provide SHEQ/ESG guidance to work‑winning teams and de‑risk proposals.
- Identify and manage critical SHEQ risks within contracts.
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Propose SHEQ innovations to enhance proposal value.
- Develop and maintain a library of standardised SHEQ responses.
- Support mobilisation/demobilisation teams as required.
- Apply strong analytical and reporting abilities to generate insights and professional documentation.
Requirements
health safety
quality
env management
stakeholder engagement
analytical
risk management
Ventia’s Group SHEQ team have a newly created position for a Pre Contracts Lead to partner with operations, providing leadership, advice and support in the development of SHEQ responses for work winning opportunities across the enterprise. This role ensures SHEQ content is sufficiently detailed and addresses the requirements for submission and adds value to Ventia’s outcomes. The position is a permanent full‑time role, can be based in any Australian state, and is open to experienced candidates as well as those with a developing understanding of SHEQ who are eager to grow.
The ideal candidate will have tertiary qualifications in Health & Safety, Quality or Environmental Management (not essential) and demonstrate exceptional stakeholder engagement, strong analytical ability, and high‑level reporting skills. Experience partnering with bid teams, deep knowledge of operational processes, risk management and compliance frameworks, and excellent written and verbal communication are required. A positive, hands‑on approach and enthusiasm for shaping a new team are also valued.
- Hold tertiary qualifications in Health & Safety, Quality or Environmental Management (preferred).
- Demonstrate exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
- Communicate complex information clearly in written and verbal formats.
Benefits
Ventia offers a competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and partner discounts on health insurance, banking products, travel, car hire, leasing and more.
- Receive competitive salary, career growth, and partner discounts on health insurance, banking, travel, car hire and leasing.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
2021 Listing
Stock Market Milestone
The company was listed on both ASX and NZX in November 2021.
5Billion AUD Revenue
Annual Financial Performance
Generates over AUD 5 billion in annual revenue with strong profitability.
2020 Acquisition
Business Expansion
Acquired Broadspectrum (formerly Transfield Services) in 2020.
400 Sites Operated
Infrastructure Network
Operates over 400 sites across Australia and New Zealand.
- Fused decades of engineering and service expertise into a single powerhouse.
- Delivers end-to-end infrastructure services—from design and maintenance to decommissioning.
- Typical projects include keeping hospitals, schools, and transport systems running, as well as building telecommunications networks and remediating contaminated land.
- Specializes in defence, telecoms, transport, water and utilities, environmental works, and social infrastructure across public and private sectors.
- Ensures 24/7 functionality of traffic, power, networks, and critical facilities.
Culture + Values
- We put the safety and health of our people, our clients and our communities above all else.
- Redefining Service Excellence through client focus, innovation and commitment to sustainability.
- We seek to improve every day to deliver successful outcomes.
- We simplify complexity, provide clarity and develop logical solutions.
- We value strength and dependability, creativity and sustainable impact.
Environment + Sustainability
1.5 °C Limit
Paris Agreement Target
Committed to limiting global temperature rise to 1.5 °C as per the Paris Agreement and UN SDG 13.
Halve Emissions by 2030
Science Based Targets Initiative
Aims to reduce global emissions by 50% by 2030 through the Science Based Targets initiative.
- Signatory to SBTi
- Net-zero target aligned with SBTi and Business Ambition
- Pathway to net-zero with progress in GHG and energy data
- Strategy focused on environment, social, and governance
Inclusion & Diversity
Over 20 Countries
Global Representation
Western Roads Upgrade team includes representatives from over 20 countries, showcasing global diversity in the workforce.
- Workforce reflects diversity in background, age, gender, skills, experience and thought.
- Zero‑tolerance approach to bullying, violence, discrimination and harassment.
- Sustainability Council progressing workplace gender equality and equal rewards, resources and opportunities regardless of gender.
- Independent Indigenous Advisory Board and Reconciliation Action Plan supporting Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and Māori employment.
- Cultural‑diversity activities (Harmony Week, Culture Club, food tastings) embedded year‑round.