HSE Coordinator

WaterNSW; City of Parramatta; Hybrid; AUD 121,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

9‑day fortnight on EA

Parental leave (up to 16 weeks)

Fertility leave

Wear allowance

Professional development assistance

Remote area benefit packaging

Salary $121,185 - $133,311 + 12% Super

Job summary

WaterNSW is seeking a motivated HSE Coordinator on a full-time, 18-month maximum-term contract to strengthen our safety culture and support Health, Safety and Environment systems across the organisation.

You will coordinate HSE reporting, maintain records, develop communications and assist with management system documentation while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Health, Safety and Environment (e.g., Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety) or relevant tertiary qualification.
• Sound knowledge of Work Health and Safety legislation, codes of practice, risk management principles and HSE governance.
• Experience with HSE Management Systems (Mitti / SafetyCulture) including monitoring, reporting, assurance activities and audit support.
• Practical understanding of risk assessment, hazard identification and corrective action management.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of a compliant Health, Safety and Environment Management System and drive key processes.
• Maintain accurate HSE records, reports and documentation including incident reporting and risk assessments.
• Coordinate and deliver engaging HSE communications to build awareness and safety culture.
• Assist teams with risk assessments and hazard identification activities.
• Partner with leaders and employees to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and safety performance.

Skills

HSE knowledge

Risk assessment

Incident reporting

Education

Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety

Tools

Mitti

SafetyCulture

Job description

We're looking for a motivated HSE Coordinator to join WaterNSW on a Full-time, 18-month maximum-term contract and help support the systems, processes and initiatives that keep our people safe and our operations running effectively. From coordinating HSE reporting and records to developing communications, supporting management system documentation and contributing to continuous improvement projects, you'll play an important role in strengthening our safety culture across the organisation.

Our Perks and Benefits

At WaterNSW, we believe that our employees should be as well taken care of as our rivers, dams, and pipelines, that’s why we offer a load of benefits.

• Flexible working
• Work a 9-day fortnight at Full pay on the Enterprise Agreement
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Fertility leave
• Corporate wear allowance
• Professional development and educational assistance
• Access to remote area benefit packaging – based on work location
• Attractive Salary $121,185 - $133,311 + 12% Super
• And so much more!

Whatyou’ll do

• Support the delivery of a strong and compliant Health, Safety and Environment Management System, helping drive key processes and ensuring actions, investigations and assurance activities are completed effectively and on time.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date HSE records, reports and documentation, including incident reporting, hazard management, risk assessments and compliance information.
• Coordinate and deliver engaging HSE communications across the business, helping to build awareness, strengthen safety culture and keep employees informed and connected.
• Assist teams with risk assessments and hazard identification activities, helping ensure risks are effectively managed in line with WaterNSW's policies, systems and obligations.
• Partner with leaders, subject matter experts and employees to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and support the implementation of initiatives that enhance safety and environmental performance.

What we are looking for

• Qualifications in Health, Safety and Environment, such as a Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety or a relevant tertiary qualification
• Sound knowledge of Work Health and Safety legislation, codes of practice, risk management principles and HSE governance processes.
• Experience working with HSE Management Systems (Mitti / SafetyCulture – highly regarded), including compliance monitoring, reporting, assurance activities and audit support.
• Practical understanding of risk assessment, hazard identification and corrective action management, with the ability to support safe and compliant workplace practices.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accurate records and documentation.

Who we are

WaterNSW operates the state’s dams, capturing and storing water, and then supplying it ready for distribution – for the environment, agriculture, industry and the community. With 41 major dams and hundreds of waterways across the state, we play a vital role at the source of the state’s water, delivering two thirds of all water used in NSW.

We’re the people taking care of the state’s water at the source – capturing, storing, delivering.

How we will support you

At WaterNSW, we balance flexibility – and the way we work – with the needs of the business, our teams, and us as individuals. When it comes to working in an office, we work in a hybrid way. If you’re required to be in the field or on site, the benefits of flexibility can be achieved in other ways, such as through a condensed work week.

We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer and are committed to providing equal opportunities for women. Visit our WORK180 page to access our benefits and career development opportunities.

Our commitment & culture

No matter how or where you work, safety is the number one priority. This means the physical and mental safety of you, your colleagues, and the public.

WaterNSW is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Veterans, and people from all backgrounds to apply. We celebrate the unique perspectives, knowledge and lived experience you bring and are committed to ensuring an inclusive, supportive and respectful workplace for everyone.

Find out more at waternsw.com.au

For more information, please reach out to: ***email_hidden***

Please note applications for this position will close on Thursday 1st October 2026 at 11.59 pm.

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