When you ask Scott Zuber what his job is, he doesn’t talk about regulations, systems or compliance. First, he talks about people.
As our Head of Rail Safety, Quality and Environment, Scott sees his role as helping ensure that everyone has the opportunity to go home to their loved ones in the same condition they arrived at work.
It’s a responsibility he takes seriously, drawing on more than 30 years of experience across the transport industry. Starting his career as an aircraft engineer before moving into safety leadership roles, Scott has spent decades helping people manage risk and work safely in complex environments.
What keeps him motivated is the challenge of solving problems.
“People see hazards differently,” Scott says. “The challenge is finding solutions that work for everyone.” It’s the part of the job he finds most rewarding. Whether it’s working through a difficult issue, introducing practical improvements, or simply being present and available for conversations, Scott values creating an environment where people feel comfortable speaking up and contributing to safer outcomes.
That focus on open, honest conversations also shapes Scott’s involvement with R U OK? Day, coming up on September 10th. Passionate about creating a safe workplace for all, he has become increasingly involved in work that encourages people to check in with one another and make space for conversations that matter.
Outside work, Scott’s lifelong love of cars is hard to miss. He proudly shares four of them with his supportive wife Pearl, and together they take any chance they can to enjoy a road trip. Scott also loves camping and travelling with Pearl and his extended family. Most recently, he headed to Bright in Victoria, with a trip to Japan next on the horizon.
And then there’s Kovu, Scott’s much-loved bulldog who occasionally accompanies him to work. Kovu’s contribution at CMET is less official, providing plenty of smiles whenever he makes an appearance.
For Scott, whether he’s tackling safety challenges, planning a trip or walking Kovu, it all comes down to what matters most: looking out for others.