Regional HSE Leader: Strategy, Risk & Compliance

Aurecon Australasia Pty Ltd - Philippines Branch Office; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurecon is seeking an Health, Safety & Environment Manager for NSW & ACT to partner with leaders and project teams, turning HSE governance and risk management into practical actions. You will provide strategic advice and hands-on guidance, strengthening capability and ensuring safe, healthy workplaces across the region.

You will coach teams, manage psychosocial risks, and collaborate with senior stakeholders to prioritise HSE delivery and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in health and safety management or a related field such as engineering, science or business.
• Practical experience supporting HSE outcomes in project, site or multidisciplinary environments.
• In-depth knowledge and application of health and safety legislation, systems and processes.
• Strong leadership and decision-making capability, with the confidence to advise and influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Advise local leadership teams on HSE governance, compliance, reporting, client requirements and change activities.
• Coach project and site teams to assess risk, implement effective controls and maintain compliance.
• Support incident management, workers compensation coordination, early intervention, return to work and case management.
• Ensure psychosocial risks are identified and integrated into business risk management processes.
• Build strong relationships with Business Managing Directors, Service Group Leaders and project teams to prioritise HSE support.
• Identify emerging HSE issues and resourcing needs, contributing to operational planning and prioritisation.
• Drive adoption of HSE digital pathway initiatives and seek opportunities to simplify and improve HSE delivery.
• Support the development of HSE team members, where applicable.

Skills

HSE governance

risk management

compliance

leadership

stakeholder engagement

communication

incident management

emotional intelligence

Education

Degree in Health & Safety or related field

Job description

Aurecon is seeking an Health, Safety & Environment Manager for NSW & ACT to partner with leaders and project teams, turning HSE governance and risk management into practical actions. You will provide strategic advice and hands-on guidance, strengthening capability and ensuring safe, healthy workplaces across the region.

You will coach teams, manage psychosocial risks, and collaborate with senior stakeholders to prioritise HSE delivery and continuous improvement.