HSE Lead — Safe, Compliant Construction Sites

Neumann Steel; Gold Coast City; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Neumann Steel in Queensland is seeking a proactive Health, Safety and Environment professional to foster a robust safety culture across our sites. You will ensure compliance with WHS legislation and ISO standards while supporting daily health, safety and environmental practices.

You will lead inspections, investigations, inductions, PTW reviews and reporting. A Certificate IV in WHS or a Diploma/degree in OHS and 2–3 years' practical HSE experience in construction, manufacturing or industrial

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (WHS) or a Diploma/Degree in Occupational Health and Safety.
• Minimum of 2–3 years' practical HSE experience within construction, manufacturing, or industrial settings.
• Sound understanding of Australian WHS laws, codes of practice, and ISO standards (ISO 45001 / ISO 14001).
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills to influence workers and management.
• Valid Australian Driver’s Licence and White Card (General Construction Induction).

Responsibilities

• Site Inspections and Audits: Conduct regular safety inspections, hazard assessments, and compliance walkthroughs.
• Incident Management: Lead or assist with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and tracking of corrective actions.
• Training and Induction: Deliver engaging safety inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing HSE awareness training for staff and contractors.
• Permit to Work (PTW): Review, monitor, and audit high-risk work permits, such as working at heights, hot work, and confined spaces.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate HSE records, incident registers, training logs, and monthly safety performance reports.
• Emergency Preparedness: Assist in coordinating site emergency response drills, fire warden duties, and first aid readiness.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Regulatory knowledge

ISO standards

Driver's licence

White Card

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Certificate IV in WHS

Diploma/Degree in OHS

Job description

Neumann Steel in Queensland is seeking a proactive Health, Safety and Environment professional to foster a robust safety culture across our sites. You will ensure compliance with WHS legislation and ISO standards while supporting daily health, safety and environmental practices.

You will lead inspections, investigations, inductions, PTW reviews and reporting. A Certificate IV in WHS or a Diploma/degree in OHS and 2–3 years' practical HSE experience in construction, manufacturing or industrial