HSE Leaders

Civmec; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2:1 FIFO/DIDO rosters

Long-term WA projects

Competitive remuneration

Career development pathways

Industry-leading contractor

Job summary

Civmec is seeking an experienced HSE professional to lead safety on major WA construction and mining projects. You will champion risk management, oversee incident investigations, and drive governance of HSE management systems across multi-disciplinary teams.

Join Civmec's safety-first culture, mentor HSE staff and supervisors, and partner with project leaders to deliver safe, compliant outcomes on long-term opportunities across Western Australia. Defence experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) or Work Health & Safety (WHS).
• Certification in ICAM or Taproot incident investigation methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible HSE leadership across major construction projects.
• Partner with Project Leadership teams to drive exceptional safety performance and project outcomes.
• Lead the implementation and governance of project HSE Management Systems.
• Champion risk management, compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee incident investigations and ensure effective corrective actions are delivered.
• Monitor HSE performance and provide strategic advice to project stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop HSE teams, supervisors and operational leaders.
• Build strong client and workforce relationships while promoting a culture of safety excellence.

Skills

HSE leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Incident investigation

Team mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in OH&S/WHS

ICAM or Taproot certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

HSE databases & reporting systems

Job description

Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.

Join the Civmec Team

Civmec is entering a major growth phase across our Construction division, creating exciting opportunities for experienced HSE Managers and HSE Superintendents to join some of Western Australia’s largest and most complex projects.

With a strong pipeline of Civil, SMP and E&I works, you'll play a key leadership role in driving a positive safety culture, influencing project outcomes, and supporting the successful delivery of major infrastructure and resources projects across WA.

This is an opportunity to join a business with long-term project security, a strong safety-first culture, and the scale to take your career further.

What's on offer:

• Flexible 2:1 FIFO or DIDO rosters
• Long-term project opportunities across WA
• Competitive remuneration packages
• Career development and progression pathways
• Work with an industry-leading multidisciplinary contractor

The Role

• Provide visible HSE leadership across major construction projects.
• Partner with Project Leadership teams to drive exceptional safety performance and project outcomes.
• Lead the implementation and governance of project HSE Management Systems.
• Champion risk management, compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee incident investigations and ensure effective corrective actions are delivered.
• Monitor HSE performance and provide strategic advice to project stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop HSE teams, supervisors and operational leaders.
• Build strong client and workforce relationships while promoting a culture of safety excellence.

About You

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) or Work Health & Safety (WHS)
• Certification in ICAM or Taproot incident investigation methodologies
• At least 10 years’ experience in a similar HSE role on remote construction or mining sites
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Hands‑on experience with HSE databases and reporting systems
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders
• Proven experience conducting and leading incident investigations
• Demonstrated ability to manage and mentor teams effectively

At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a ‘Never Assume' culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that's why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally. We offer 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers and 1 week for permanent secondary caregivers. Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile. Our staff benefits scheme gives you access to accident and sickness insurance, and a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle discounts.

Civmec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply. We respectfully request no agency submissions.
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