Site HSE Manager

Morson Edge; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge Australia is seeking a site-based HSE Manager to oversee contractor oversight, regulatory compliance and environmental approvals across construction projects. You will work closely with the Project Manager and delivery team to monitor contractor performance, ensure adherence to WHS legislation, and drive continuous HSE improvements on site in Palmer, SA.

Responsibilities include site inspections, risk assessments, audits, incident investigations and coordination with regulators.

Qualifications

• Experience as Site HSE Manager or Senior HSE role
• Background in client-side HSE assurance or regulatory compliance
• Strong understanding of WHS legislation, environmental approvals and permit conditions
• Experience on major infrastructure, civil construction, energy or renewables projects
• Experience in incident reporting, investigations, audits and corrective actions
• Strong stakeholder engagement and ability to challenge non-compliance
• Excellent reporting, administration and documentation skills

Responsibilities

• Provide client-side HSE assurance across construction activities
• Conduct site inspections, safety walks and environmental checks
• Monitor development approvals and permit conditions
• Identify and escalate non-compliances and track corrective actions
• Oversee incident reporting, investigations and corrective actions
• Coordinate HSE audits, assurance reviews and risk workshops
• Prepare weekly HSE reports and maintain records/documents
• Promote a positive safety culture through toolbox talks and site engagement
• Liaise with regulators and external stakeholders on HSE matters

Skills

Site HSE management

Contractor oversight

WHS legislation

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Reporting & documentation

Education

Tertiary qualification in Health & Safety or Environmental Management

WHs qualifications

Tools

HSE management systems

Job description

This is a site-based, client-side role focused on HSE assurance, contractor oversight and regulatory compliance throughout construction. Working closely with the Project Manager and wider delivery team, you will monitor contractor performance, verify compliance with legislation, environmental approvals and project HSE standards, and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide client-side HSE assurance across construction activities, monitoring contractor performance against legislation, approved management plans and project standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections, safety walks and environmental compliance checks.
• Monitor Development Approvals, permit conditions and regulatory compliance.
• Identify, document and escalate non-compliances, tracking corrective actions through to close-out.
• Build effective relationships with Principal Contractors, site leadership and project stakeholders.
• Oversee incident reporting, investigation progress and corrective actions, maintaining accurate records within internal systems.
• Coordinate HSE audits, assurance reviews and critical risk workshops.
• Prepare weekly HSE reports and maintain inspection records, registers and compliance documentation.
• Promote a positive safety culture through site engagement, toolbox talks and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in Safety in Design sessions, risk reviews and construction meetings.
• Liaise with regulators, authorities and external stakeholders on HSE and compliance matters.

Skills & Experience

• Experience in a Site HSE Manager, HSE Manager, Senior HSE Advisor or similar construction HSE role.
• Background in client-side HSE assurance, contractor management or regulatory compliance.
• Strong understanding of WHS legislation, environmental approvals, permit conditions and construction safety systems.
• Experience across major infrastructure, civil construction, energy or renewable energy projects.
• Capability in incident reporting, investigation oversight, audits and corrective action management.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to influence and challenge non-compliance.
• Excellent reporting, administration and documentation skills, including experience with HSE management systems.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Relevant WHS qualifications.
• Current unrestricted driver's licence.
• Construction White Card.
• Ability to work full-time on site at Palmer, South Australia.

About the Company

Our client is a well-established Australian renewable energy business specialising in the development, ownership and management of large-scale renewable energy assets. With an established portfolio of operational assets and a significant pipeline of future developments, the business is continuing to play an important role in Australia's renewable energy transition. They are recognised for their long-term investment approach, strong industry relationships and commitment to delivering high-quality projects.