HSEQ Lead

Freo Group; City Of Kwinana; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Freo Group Pty Ltd, part of Marmon Holdings, invites you to join as HSEQ Lead at our Hope Valley head office in Perth. You will translate strategic priorities into practical safety, quality and environmental systems, partnering with operational leaders and HSE Business Partners to lift performance and reduce risk.

You bring a tertiary WHS qualification and proven experience in high‑risk industries, with strong knowledge of Australian WHS regulations, incident investigations and continuous

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Work Health and Safety, Environmental, Quality, Risk Management or related discipline.
• Experience in mining, crane and lifting, construction, transport, maintenance or another high-risk industry.
• Strong knowledge of Australian WHS legislation, regulations and standards.
• Experience supporting HSEQ systems, compliance, assurance or continuous improvement programs.
• Experience in risk management, auditing, incident investigation and corrective action processes.
• Exposure to injury management, workers' compensation and return-to-work programs.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of Freo Group's HSEQ strategy and key organisational priorities.
• Work closely with HSE Business Partners and operational leaders to drive consistent HSEQ standards across the business.
• Coordinate compliance, assurance, risk management and continuous improvement activities.
• Support injury management, workers' compensation and return-to-work processes.
• Assist with incident investigations, corrective action management and the sharing of lessons learnt.
• Support HSEQ training, competency and verification initiatives across the organisation.
• Coordinate external certifications, audits and ongoing compliance obligations.
• Drive practical improvements that strengthen safety culture, operational effectiveness and business performance.

Skills

WH&S knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Incident investigation

Communication

Education

Tertiary WHS/Environmental/Quality/Risk

Job description

Freo Group Pty Ltd As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best. HSEQ Lead – Join Us in Lifting the Weight Off Your Shoulders. Safely. At Freo Group, our people make the difference. We are committed to operating safely, supporting the communities in which we work, and delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients. Backed by Marmon Group and Berkshire Hathaway, Freo Group combines the strength and stability of a global organisation with the agility and culture of a locally focused business. With projects and operations across Australia, Freo Group offers the opportunity to build your career while contributing to some of the country’s most significant industrial and infrastructure projects.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a confident, hands-on HSEQ Lead to join our team based at our Head Office in Hope Valley, Perth. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their HSEQ career. Working closely with operational leaders and HSE Business Partners, you will help implement Freo Group's HSEQ priorities, strengthen organisational capability and support continuous improvement across safety, quality and environmental performance. The role will suit someone who enjoys translating strategic priorities into practical systems, standards and processes, building strong relationships across the business and providing trusted technical advice that helps teams achieve safe and effective outcomes. The right person will bring strong technical HSEQ knowledge, sound judgement and a genuine passion for supporting leaders and employees to create a positive and proactive safety culture.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Tertiary qualification in Work Health and Safety, Environmental, Quality, Risk Management or a related discipline.
• HSEQ experience within mining, crane and lifting, construction, transport, maintenance or another high-risk industry.
• Strong knowledge of Australian WHS legislation, regulations and relevant standards.
• Experience supporting HSEQ systems, compliance, assurance or continuous improvement programs.
• Experience in risk management, auditing, incident investigation and corrective action processes.
• Exposure to injury management, workers' compensation and return-to-work programs.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build credibility across all levels of the business.
• High levels of integrity, sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the implementation of Freo Group's HSEQ strategy and key organisational priorities.
• Working closely with HSE Business Partners and operational leaders to drive consistent HSEQ standards across the business.
• Coordinating compliance, assurance, risk management and continuous improvement activities.
• Supporting injury management, workers' compensation and return-to-work processes.
• Assisting with incident investigations, corrective action management and the sharing of lessons learnt.
• Supporting HSEQ training, competency and verification initiatives across the organisation.
• Coordinating external certifications, audits and ongoing compliance obligations.
• Driving practical improvements that strengthen safety culture, operational effectiveness and business performance.

Why You'll Love Working with Us

• Support & Growth: Opportunities to develop your skills, progress your career within Freo Group, or grow across Marmon's global network of 120+ companies.
• Meaningful Work: Your work contributes to supporting some of Australia's largest mining, infrastructure and industrial projects.
• Great Team Culture: A supportive workplace where teamwork matters, wins are celebrated, and people look out for each other.
• Stability & Opportunity: Backed by Berkshire Hathaway, Freo Group offers long‑term stability with the opportunity to grow within a global organisation.

Competitive Salary & Benefits

• Employee perks and discounts (travel, retail, health & wellbeing)
• Loyalty bonus for long‑term commitment
• Referral bonus for successful employee referrals
• Performance and development reviews to support your career growth

Our Commitment to Safety and Inclusion

Safety is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to maintaining a safe workplace where everyone looks out for each other. Freo Group is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity within our workforce. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women in non‑traditional roles, and people from culturally diverse communities.

Welcome to the biggest small business you’ll ever find. Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups—where they’re able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While we’re all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you're advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you’re at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.