Environment, Quality, Health And Safety (Eqs) Lead - Turnkey Projects

Siemens Energy; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking an Environment, Quality, Health and Safety (EQS) Lead for Turnkey Projects in Australia. You will oversee EHS standards across project sites, guiding teams and ensuring compliance with Australian regulations, ISO standards, and client specifications.

The role requires expert oversight, project-based problem-solving, and leadership across EHS, Quality, and project management teams. Full working rights in Australia and a relevant Lead Auditor certification are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of practical EHS experience, preferably in energy, transmission or heavy construction.
• Strong knowledge of Australian regulations.
• Full working rights in Australia.
• Lead Auditor Certification (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or ISO 45001).
• White Card
• Safety Certified Contractor.

Responsibilities

• Lead incident management lifecycle and root cause analysis.
• Coordinate risk assessments and Job Safety Analyses.
• Develop site-specific EHS plans and monitor compliance.
• Drive EQS strategy, audits, and reporting.
• Lead EQS training and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

EHS leadership

Risk assessment

Auditing

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Quality Management Systems

Job description

Environment, Quality, Health and Safety (EQS) Lead - Turnkey Projects

About the Role

Job ID 300214 Location Australia New South Wales Sydney Company Siemens Energy Pty. Ltd. Organization Grid Technologies Business Unit Solutions Full / Part time Full-time Experience Level Professional / Experienced

A Snapshot of Your Day

The EQS Lead is critical for implementing and overseeing Environment, Quality, and Health & Safety standards across project sites in Australia, directly supporting the Grid Technologies Solutions business.

Given the focus on expert-level oversight and complex problem-solving, the ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in EHS within project-based environments, a strong command of Australian regulations, and relevant professional certifications. They will act as the subject matter expert, guiding teams and managing large-scale processes with limited supervision.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• 40% Operational Risk, Incident & Audit Management
• Lead the full incident management lifecycle, including classification, investigation, root cause analysis, and the implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Facilitate and document comprehensive risk assessments for office and project activities, including Job Safety Analyses.
• Prepare, support, and monitor the implementation of site-specific Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) plans for projects.
• Coordinate and support internal and external EQS audits and inspections, ensuring all findings are addressed in a timely manner.
• 30% EQS Strategy & Management Systems
• Implement and drive continuous improvement of the Environment, Quality, and Health & Safety (EQS) Management System to align with corporate policies, Australian legislation, and client specifications.
• Manage and maintain the EQS components of the Regional Integrated Management System, ensuring alignment with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards.
• Monitor, interpret, and ensure compliance with all relevant changes in statutory and legislative requirements impacting EQS.
• Guide project execution teams on Quality Management processes and activities, acting as the Quality Manager in Projects (QMiP).
• 30% Leadership, Training & Stakeholder Engagement
• Serve as the primary subject matter expert on all EQS matters, providing expert guidance and support to EHS, Quality, and project management teams.
• Develop, oversee, and document the EQS training and competence development plan for employees and contractors based on the established training matrix.
• Manage timely and accurate internal and external EQS reporting, including performance metrics and annual summaries.
• Act as the key liaison for internal and external stakeholders on EQS topics, effectively communicating requirements and performance throughout the project lifecycle.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of practical experience in an EHS role, with a strong preference for experience in the energy, transmission, or heavy construction sectors.
• Proven experience with Quality Management systems and processes is highly advantageous.
• Full working rights in Australia
• Driving License Class C (Car)
• Certified Safety Professional (or equivalent in-country professional certification)
• Lead Auditor Certification (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or ISO 45001)
• White Card
• Safety Certified Contractor