Senior HSE Leader, Western Region — Strategy & Compliance

First Nations Jobs; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Downer is seeking an experienced Manager HSE Western Region to lead health, safety and environmental strategy across our Western Region operations. This senior role collaborates with operational leaders, clients and stakeholders to protect people, the environment and our reputation.

The role involves travel to project sites, including remote locations, and requires expertise in WHS compliance, incident investigations and continuous improvement to elevate HSE performance across a diverse,

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Work Health and Safety or a related discipline.
• Professional HSE certification.
• ICAM Lead Investigator qualification or equivalent.
• Lead Auditor qualification highly regarded.
• Current driver's licence.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in senior HSE leadership roles within high risk industries.
• Strong knowledge of Australian WHS legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience leading assurance, compliance and governance programs.
• Demonstrated capability in critical risk management and incident investigation; experience supporting contractor management and operational project delivery.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Experience using data analytics, Power BI and digital solutions to support decision making.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operational leaders to implement and improve HSE strategies and initiatives.
• Provide strategic advice on HSE risks, legislative compliance and business performance.
• Lead assurance programs including audits, inspections, verifications and management reviews.
• Support critical risk management and verification of control effectiveness.
• Lead significant incident investigations and drive corrective actions.
• Develop HSE capability through coaching, mentoring and leadership support.
• Monitor performance through data analytics, reporting and digital tools.
• Build strong relationships with clients, regulators, contractors and industry stakeholders.

Skills

HSE leadership

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder engagement

Data analytics

Power BI

Continuous improvement

Influencing skills

Education

Tertiary WHS qualification

Professional HSE certification

Tools

ICAM Lead Investigator

Lead Auditor

Job description

Downer is seeking an experienced Manager HSE Western Region to lead health, safety and environmental strategy across our Western Region operations. This senior role collaborates with operational leaders, clients and stakeholders to protect people, the environment and our reputation.

The role involves travel to project sites, including remote locations, and requires expertise in WHS compliance, incident investigations and continuous improvement to elevate HSE performance across a diverse,