HSEQ Compliance Manager - Aggregates

026 Heidelberg Materials Australia Pty Ltd; Wolffdene; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Learning & development

Parental leave

Novated leasing

Salary packaging

Employee discounts

Discounted concrete & quarry products

Health & wellbeing programs

EAP

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials Australia seeks an experienced HSEQ Compliance Manager to support quarry operations across Queensland. You will partner with Quarry Managers and the National HSEQ team to strengthen compliance, drive standardisation, and elevate safety and environmental performance across multiple sites.

You will lead coaching, develop regional initiatives, monitor legislative changes and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver sustainable compliance, safety excellence and operational

Qualifications

• Proven experience in compliance, safety, environmental or operational leadership within quarrying or heavy industry.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements for quarry operations in Queensland.
• Able to influence, coach and develop frontline leaders and operational teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert compliance guidance to Quarry Managers and regional leaders across Queensland.
• Coach and mentor site teams to strengthen compliance and safety practices.
• Partner with operational and HSEQ teams to review and standardise systems and documentation.
• Lead regional compliance improvement initiatives aligned with national objectives.
• Monitor regulatory changes and support sites in maintaining ongoing obligations.
• Create practical tools, templates and resources to simplify compliance.
• Collaborate with other regions to share learnings and drive continuous improvement.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support outcomes.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Communication

Continuous improvement

Cross-site coordination

Education

HSEQ / Mining / Quarrying / Environmental Management qualification

Job description

HSEQ Compliance Manager - Aggregates About Heidelberg Materials Australia Heidelberg Materials Australia is one of the country's leading suppliers of construction materials, employing thousands of people across hundreds of sites nationwide. Through our extensive network of quarries, concrete plants and transport operations, we play a vital role in building Australia's infrastructure, communities and future. In Queensland, our quarry operations include a network of hard rock and sand extraction sites operating across both Heidelberg Materials and Pioneer North Queensland. As regulatory requirements continue to evolve, we remain committed to maintaining industry-leading standards in safety, environmental performance and operational excellence.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and influential Compliance Manager to support our Quarry operations across Queensland. Reporting to the HSEQ Manager, this role will partner closely with Quarry Managers, Area Managers and our National HSEQ team to strengthen compliance capability, improve systems and drive consistent standards across the region. This is a highly visible leadership role for someone who combines strong regulatory knowledge with a practical, collaborative approach. Rather than just managing compliance from behind a desk, you'll work alongside operational leaders to provide guidance, coaching and support that enables our sites to achieve sustainable compliance outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert compliance guidance and support to Quarry Managers and operational leaders across Queensland.
• Coach and mentor site teams to strengthen compliance capability and promote best practice in safety and environmental management.
• Partner with operational and HSEQ teams to review, improve and standardise systems, processes and documentation.
• Lead the development and implementation of regional compliance improvement initiatives aligned with national objectives.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes and support sites in maintaining ongoing compliance obligations.
• Develop practical tools, templates and resources that simplify compliance requirements and support operational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with other regions to share learnings, improve consistency and drive continuous improvement across the business.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support positive compliance outcomes.

About You

You are a respected compliance, safety or environmental professional who enjoys building capability within operational teams and delivering practical solutions to complex challenges.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Proven experience in compliance, safety, environmental or operational leadership within quarrying, mining, extractive industries or heavy industry. Strong understanding of regulatory and legislative requirements relevant to quarry operations in Queensland. Demonstrated ability to influence, coach and develop frontline leaders and operational teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong problem-solving, analytical and continuous improvement mindset. Ability to work effectively across multiple sites and diverse stakeholder groups. Qualifications in HSEQ, Mining, Quarrying, Environmental Management or a related discipline will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

At Heidelberg Materials, we understand that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing the support, development opportunities and benefits that enable our employees to thrive. Our benefits include:

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Ongoing learning, leadership and professional development opportunities.
• Paid parental and grandparent leave.
• Novated leasing options.
• Salary packaging opportunities on a range of eligible items.
• Employee discounts through our Material Benefits program.
• Discounted concrete and quarry products.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including discounted health insurance and gym memberships.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• A collaborative and supportive workplace culture focused on safety, innovation and continuous improvement.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Heidelberg Materials Australia is an equal opportunity employer that employs people from all walks of life. If you have full Australian work rights and can turn up every day "fit for work" and with a positive attitude towards helping people, we'd love to hear from you.

We'll Make It Happen Shaping the future, building successes

Heidelberg Materials - your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions - setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you're not just shaping the industry's future; you're shaping your own. Lets get to work! Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.