HSE Officer - Network

Neumann Steel; Tamborine; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Neumann Steel in Queensland is seeking a hands-on HSE professional to foster a robust safety culture across our sites. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with local WHS legislation and support daily health, safety and environmental practices.

You will conduct site inspections, lead incident investigations, deliver inductions, review permits to work, maintain records, and support emergency drills across our industrial operations.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in WHS or higher is required.
• 2–3 years of practical HSE experience in construction, manufacturing, or industrial settings.
• Strong 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 are required.

Responsibilities

• Site inspections and audits: conduct regular safety inspections and compliance walkthroughs.
• Incident management: lead or assist with investigations and corrective actions.
• Training and induction: deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing HSE training.
• Permit to Work (PTW): review and audit high-risk permits (e.g., heights, hot work, confined spaces).
• Documentation and reporting: maintain HSE records, incident registers, and safety performance reports.
• Emergency preparedness: assist in coordinating drills, fire warden duties, and first aid readiness.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (WHS) or Diploma/Degree in Occupational Health and Safety

White Card (General Construction Induction)

Driver’s Licence

Job description

Why work for Neumann Steel?

You would be working for one of the most reputable family owned and operated companies first established on the Gold Coast over 50 years ago. We specialise in steel reinforcing and plastic accessory products in the QLD and NSW markets. Our highly integrated supply chain is supported by our experienced staff and a wealth of industry knowledge.
With a people-first mindset, Neumann Steel is dedicated to supporting the local community and fostering long-lasting relationships while delivering quality commercial and residential projects in the spirit of openness and honesty. We strive to build a rewarding, inclusive, and inspiring culture, with innovation at the forefront of mind.

The successful candidate will be responsible for fostering a robust safety culture, ensuring compliance with local and national WHS legislation, and supporting daily health, safety, and environmental practices across our sites.

Key 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.

Key Qualifications and Skills

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