HSE Advisor

Marmon Holdings, Inc.; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Freo Group, part of Marmon Holdings, is seeking a proactive HSE Advisor to lead safety initiatives on site across our Brisbane-based operations. You’ll partner with field teams to strengthen safety culture, perform inspections, and drive improvements that protect people and assets.

Join a global industrial organisation with a local focus, where practical safety guidance and collaborative problem-solving help projects stay on track and safe.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Work Health and Safety (HSE) with practical industry experience.
• Experience in an HSE advisory or operational safety role, ideally in construction, mining, heavy industry or similar high-risk environment.
• Knowledge of WHS legislation, regulatory requirements, risk management principles and HSE management systems.
• Experience conducting workplace inspections, safety audits, risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage, coach and influence employees and leaders at all levels.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and build positive stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical HSE advice, coaching and guidance to operational teams and site leadership.
• Identify risks through proactive inspections, audits, hazard identification and risk assessments.
• Support investigations and coordinate corrective and preventative actions.
• Deliver toolbox talks and safety training to encourage participation in HSEQ initiatives.
• Support implementation of HSE legislation, policies and site requirements.
• Develop practical risk controls with operational teams and promote safe work practices.
• Maintain accurate HSE records and monitor safety performance for continuous improvement.

Skills

Work Health and Safety

HSE advisory

WHS legislation

Risk management

HSE management systems

Workplace inspections

Safety audits

Incident investigations

Communication

Organisational skills

Independent work

Job description

HSE Advisor – Join Us in Lifting the Weight Off Your Shoulders. Safely.

Freo Group Pty Ltd As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

At Freo Group, our people make the difference. We are committed to working safely, supporting our communities, and delivering quality outcomes for our clients. Backed by Marmon Group and Berkshire Hathaway, we combine the strength of a global organisation with the agility of a locally focused business. We support Tier 1 customers across the Mining, Oil & Gas, Infrastructure and Renewables sectors. With operations across Australia, Freo Group provides the opportunity to grow your career while contributing to some of the nation’s most significant projects.

What we’re looking for

Are you passionate about safety, driven by continuous improvement and ready to make a real impact where it matters most? At Freo Group, safety is more than a priority; it’s at the heart of everything we do. We’re looking for a proactive and engaging Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Advisor who thrives in a hands-on operational environment and is passionate about empowering people to work safely. This is an exciting opportunity to partner with operational teams, influence positive safety behaviours and play a meaningful role in strengthening our safety culture. If you're a practical problem-solver who enjoys building relationships, taking initiative and driving real improvements, we want to hear from you!

What you’ll bring to the team

• Relevant qualifications in Work Health and Safety, HSE or a related discipline, supported by practical industry experience.


• Demonstrated experience in an HSE advisory or operational safety role, ideally within construction, mining, heavy industry or a similar high-risk environment.


• Sound knowledge of WHS legislation, regulatory requirements, risk management principles and HSE management systems.


• Experience conducting workplace inspections, safety audits, risk assessments and incident investigations.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage, coach and influence employees and operational leaders at all levels.


• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and a genuine commitment to continuous improvement.


• The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

What you’ll be doing

• Champion safety on the ground by providing practical HSE advice, coaching and technical guidance to operational teams, supervisors and site leadership.


• Identify risks before they become incidents through proactive workplace inspections, safety audits, hazard identification and risk assessments.


• Drive effective incident management by supporting investigations, identifying root causes and coordinating corrective and preventative actions.


• Inspire a positive safety culture by delivering toolbox talks, supporting safety training and encouraging employee participation in HSEQ initiatives.


• Strengthen compliance and accountability by supporting the implementation of HSE legislation, management systems, policies and site-specific requirements.


• Partner with operational teams to develop practical risk controls and promote consistent, safe work practices across the business.


• Turn insights into action by maintaining accurate HSE records, monitoring safety performance and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

Ready to make your impact? Join a team where your expertise is valued, your ideas are encouraged and your contribution makes a genuine difference to the safety and wellbeing of our people.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

Welcome to the biggest small business you’ll ever find. Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups—where they’re able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While we’re all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you're advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.