HSE Advisor

Thales; Yarrawonga; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Fitness Passport Discount

Employee discounts

Paid Parental Leave

Veterans Leave

Novated Lease

Wellbeing & Support Partner

Work180 endorsement

Job summary

Thales Group in Mulwala, NSW, seeks a proactive HSE Advisor to champion Health, Safety and Environmental compliance across construction projects and operation sites.

You will monitor sites, coach leaders, lead investigations, and work with regulators while upholding safety standards and Defence clearance requirements. This role is site-based with hybrid options and Australian citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• First experience in HSE advisory roles, preferably in construction, manufacturing, or high-risk industries.
• A good understanding of State/Federal WHS legislation, Safety Management Systems, and injury/incident management.
• Must have Certificate IV/Diploma in Work Health & Safety.
• Strong coaching, auditing, and stakeholder engagement abilities with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset
• Ability to work site based

Responsibilities

• Ensuring compliance with Thales HSE systems, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
• Inspecting, auditing, and monitoring construction sites to mitigate risks and uphold safety protocols.
• Coaching leaders and teams to foster a risk-focused HSE culture—from management to operational levels.
• Leading incident investigations, hazard reporting, and corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Supporting environmental sustainability through waste management, chemical handling, and EMS compliance.
• Collaborating with regulatory agencies and maintaining meticulous records for audits and permits.

Skills

HSE advisory experience

WHS legislation knowledge

Coaching & auditing

Stakeholder engagement

Site-based work

Education

Certificate IV/Diploma in WHS

Job description

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – driving this technology are our people.

It takes talented people to build and power the systems and solutions that communities depend on every day. So, we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Our Munitions teams in Benalla and Mulwala produce propellants, explosives and munitions for defence and commercial uses. With ongoing investment into research and development, we produce some of the world’s most high‑performing guided weapons and explosive ordnance systems. And being at the forefront of a rapidly evolving industry gives our teams constant opportunities to build on their technical expertise.

We’re seeking a proactive HSE Advisor to champion Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) compliance across our construction projects and operational sites.

Working at our Mulwala site on Yorta Yorta land, your role purpose is to –

• Ensuring compliance with Thales HSE systems, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
• Inspecting, auditing, and monitoring construction sites to mitigate risks and uphold safety protocols.
• Coaching leaders and teams to foster a risk‑focused HSE culture—from management to operational levels.
• Leading incident investigations, hazard reporting, and corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Supporting environmental sustainability through waste management, chemical handling, and EMS compliance.
• Collaborating with regulatory agencies and maintaining meticulous records for audits and permits.

On day one in this role, we'll expect you to bring the following skills, experience and behaviours:

• First experience in HSE advisory roles, preferably in construction, manufacturing, or high‑risk industries.
• A good understanding of State/Federal WHS legislation, Safety Management Systems, and injury/incident management.
• Must have Certificate IV/Diploma in Work Health & Safety.
• Strong coaching, auditing, and stakeholder engagement abilities with a proactive, solutions‑driven mindset
• Ability to work site based

As part of our Commitment, we offer:

• Competitive remuneration + Super
• Annualised Performance Review Process
• ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment
• Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS
• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
• Modernised Paid Parental Leave
• Veterans Leave
• Novated Lease options
• Personal & professional training development opportunities
• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner
• We are proud to be endorsed as a Work180 Employer and recognised as a Family Friendly Employer

Good to Know

The U.S International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

A Defence security clearance is required for this role

A Defence security clearance is required for this role; applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.

Additional information with regards to clearances is available from the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/. In some cases, individuals who hold a current clearance from a foreign government may be eligible to have this clearance recognised by the Australian Government and be eligible for this role. The Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) is applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and (role dependent) medical checks.

It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – we’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

Read more about our WORK180 endorsement.