The Role

My client is looking for a HSE Manager to lead the development, implementation, and management of all aspects of health, safety, environment (HSE) across multiple entities. This is a high-responsibility role that combines corporate services leadership with 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.

My client is a well-established property and construction group with a diverse portfolio of projects across Melbourne. Known for delivering high-quality developments within the commercial, residential and retail sectors, they pride themselves on innovation, safety, and sustainable practices. With a strong pipeline of upcoming projects, we are seeking an experienced HSE Manager to drive the safety culture across multiple apartment projects valuing up to $80m in value.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement all company OHS documentation and protocols.
• 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.
• Engage with relevant governing authorities to ensure compliance with OHS regulations.
• 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.
• Support site safety officers with necessary documentation and reporting requirements.
• Prepare for and participate in internal ISO audits.
• Lead and manage ISO accreditation audits for the organisation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders and organise key meetings as required.

Must Have:

• Proven experience in commercial construction industry – preferably the apartment sector.
• Proven experience working within a HSE Management capacity.
• In-depth knowledge of OHS/WHS legislative framework, including relevant Acts, regulations, and risk management concepts.
• Strong understanding of ISO requirements.
• Experience in developing high-quality internal and external documentation.
• Exceptional communication skills.

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 [email protected]