Field-Based HSE Leader for Major Projects

Schneider Electric; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flex@Work

FREE access to Coursera

Fitness Passport

Share Program

Annual Leave Purchase Options

Employee discounts

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking an experienced Senior Project HSE Advisor to lead practical, field-based HSE leadership across our growing projects portfolio in Australia. You will partner with Project Managers, site teams, contractors and customers to proactively identify risks, drive controls and foster a strong safety culture.

This highly visible role requires influencing diverse stakeholders, conducting audits and investigations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer

Qualifications

• Experience leading HSE strategies across large project portfolios.
• Strong knowledge of HSE management systems, risk assessment and incident management.
• Proven ability to influence project leaders, site teams and contractors to achieve zero‑harm objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead HSE risk management across projects from conception to delivery.
• Maintain strong field presence with project teams, contractors and customers.
• Identify hazards, assess risks and verify effectiveness of controls.
• Conduct risk-based inspections, audits and assurance activities.
• Provide practical HSE advice and challenge to leadership.
• Support incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Monitor HSE performance and communicate areas needing attention.

Skills

HSE management systems

Risk assessment

Audits & inspections

Stakeholder engagement

Incident management

Communication

MS Office & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Workplace Health & Safety or related discipline

Job description

Schneider Electric is seeking an experienced Senior Project HSE Advisor to lead practical, field-based HSE leadership across our growing projects portfolio in Australia. You will partner with Project Managers, site teams, contractors and customers to proactively identify risks, drive controls and foster a strong safety culture.

This highly visible role requires influencing diverse stakeholders, conducting audits and investigations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer