My client is a tier 2 Civil contractor looking for a HSE Manager to lead the development, implementation, and management of all aspects of health, safety, environment (HSE) across their Infrastructure entity within the business. This is a high-responsibility role that requires mainly a hands-on project governance, ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
The successful candidate will drive a strong safety culture, mitigate risks, and ensure ISO accreditation across all systems, all while maintaining clear communication and relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement all company OHS documentation and protocols.
- Oversee operations from a site perspective, covering projects throughout Vic and other states (when required)
- Manage a team of on-site advisors, up to 6 currently in Victoria.
- Lead risk assessments and ensure effective risk management practices across the business and its entities.
- Oversee incident management and investigation processes.
- Partner with HR to coordinate OHS training and induction programs for employees and management.
- Drive Return to Work initiatives and manage workers' compensation claims.
- Conduct and coordinate safety, quality, and environmental audits for project sites.
- Maintain and manage essential HSE databases, including training, incident logs, non-conformance reports, and risk registers.
- Lead and manage ISO accreditation audits for the organisation.
Must Have:
- Ideally have proven experience within a safety managers position in the civil infrastructure space.
- In-depth knowledge of OHS/WHS legislative framework, including relevant Acts, regulations, and risk management concepts.
- Ability to travel for work both within Victoria or interstate (when required)
- Experience in developing high-quality internal and external documentation.
If this role sounds like you, please apply within or give Jack Young a call/text on 0492 188 335 / for a confidential discussion - after hours and weekend calls are fine.
Alternatively drop me an email on Jack.young@fetchrecruit.com.au
