HSEQ Manager

W3Global; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global is seeking an experienced HSEQ Manager to lead its journey towards Australia’s safest piling company. You will blend hands-on field engagement with developing and refining practical HSEQ procedures and systems across South East Queensland, including the Gold Coast region.

The current HSEQ Manager will remain until the end of 2026 for a thorough handover. A 2027 HSEQ Strategy is in place, offering a clear 12-month roadmap and a chance to shape priorities with the incumbent before full

Qualifications

• White Card (Construction Induction) is required.
• Open Australian C-class driver’s licence or higher is required.
• Formal WHS qualifications, minimum Certificate IV; Diploma is preferred.
• Experience developing and improving Health, Safety and Environmental management systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute and refine the HSEQ strategy: take ownership of the 2027 HSEQ Strategy and implement its initiatives in your first 12 months.
• Provide hands-on field support: regularly visit project sites and work with crews to deliver practical HSEQ guidance.
• Develop safety leadership: coach and mentor frontline supervisors and managers to strengthen safety ownership.
• Improve systems and processes: develop, review and enhance HSEQ and document management systems to support business growth.
• Lead audits and compliance: conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with WHS legislation, regulations and industry standards.
• Manage incident investigations: lead investigations, identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Oversee training and competency: maintain training matrices and ensure employees remain competent and compliant.
• Support project delivery: review risk registers, prepare HSEQ documentation packs and contribute to handover meetings.

Skills

Incident investigation

Auditing

Risk management

Safety leadership

Field supervision

Training and mentoring

Education

White Card (Construction Induction)

Open Australian C-class driver’s licence

Certificate IV WHS

Diploma WHS (preferred)

Job description

Our client is a dynamic, family-owned construction services contractor delivering essential piling and engineering solutions across South East Queensland.

The company provides a wide range of piling services for low-rise and high-rise building projects, alongside bespoke engineering and dewatering solutions supported by in-house design capabilities.

With a modern fleet of fully owned piling rigs, pumps and excavators, our client is committed to continuous investment in equipment, technical capability and operational safety.

Operations span from Tweed Heads to the Sunshine Coast, with approximately 90% of projects concentrated on the Gold Coast. The company's office and equipment yard are located in Alberton, Queensland.

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced HSEQ Manager to lead its ongoing journey towards becoming Australia's safest piling company. With market-leading technical performance and a strong commitment to continuous safety improvement, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on workplace safety and organisational culture.

The role combines hands-on field engagement with the development, implementation and refinement of practical HSEQ procedures and systems.

The current HSEQ Manager will remain with the business until the end of 2026 to support a comprehensive handover. A detailed HSEQ Strategy for 2027 is already in place, providing a clear roadmap for your first 12 months and an opportunity to review and refine priorities alongside the incumbent before taking full ownership.

• - White Card (Construction Industry Induction).


• - Open Australian C-class driver's licence or higher.


• - Formal WHS qualifications, with a minimum Certificate IV; a Diploma is preferred.


• - Experience developing and improving Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) management systems.


• - Proven experience conducting incident investigations.

Key Responsibilities

• - Execute and refine the HSEQ strategy: Take ownership of the established 2027 HSEQ Strategy and implement its key initiatives throughout your first 12 months.


• - Provide hands-on field support: Regularly visit project sites and work directly with crews to deliver practical HSEQ guidance.


• - Develop safety leadership: Coach and mentor frontline supervisors and managers to strengthen safety ownership across the business.


• - Improve systems and processes: Develop, review and enhance HSEQ and document management systems to support business growth.


• - Lead audits and compliance: Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with relevant WHS legislation, regulations and industry standards.


• - Manage incident investigations: Lead investigations, identify root causes and implement practical corrective actions to prevent recurrence.


• - Oversee training and competency: Maintain training matrices and ensure employees remain competent and compliant.


• - Support project delivery: Review project-specific risk registers, prepare HSEQ documentation packs and contribute to project handover meetings.

About You

• - A proactive, hands-on professional with a strong commitment to safety excellence.


• - A natural leader who enjoys mentoring, developing and empowering people at all levels.


• - Comfortable working in the field and travelling regularly across project sites.


• - Capable of translating strategic plans into practical, measurable outcomes.


• - Experienced in HSEQ management within piling, civil construction or a related field-based industry.


• - Strong skills in incident investigation, risk management, auditing and continuous improvement.


• - An effective communicator who can build positive relationships with site teams, managers and other stakeholders.

What's in It for You?

• - Comprehensive handover: Work alongside the current HSEQ Manager until the end of 2026 to ensure a smooth transition.


• - Clear strategic direction: Start with an established 2027 HSEQ Strategy that you can help refine and implement.


• - Industry-leading environment: Join a respected, technically advanced piling specialist with a strong pipeline of secured work.


• - Meaningful impact and autonomy: Take ownership of safety initiatives and help shape the company's long-term safety culture.


• - Competitive remuneration: Attractive salary package to be negotiated, along with a fully maintained company vehicle or vehicle allowance.


• - Professional development: Opportunities to develop your leadership capabilities and advance your career.


• - Work-life balance: Local, family-friendly working arrangements, Monday to Friday, with evenings at home.