Senior Manager - Health, Safety, Security & Environment (HSSE) at Kbr, Inc. in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

risk management

compliance oversight

incident investigation

training programs

stakeholder liaison

emergency response

Foster collaboration across division operating units and enabling functions.
Develop and execute the ADSS HSSE strategy aligned with KBR’s global standards and Defence client expectations.
Represent the Division in business unit and corporate HSSE forums and contribute to enterprise-wide initiatives.
Support leadership engagement through visible participation in HSSE meetings, toolbox talks, and site walkdowns.
Monitor leading and lagging indicators to identify trends and implement proactive measures.
Lead and mentor a team of HSSE professionals including site managers, advisors, and coordinators.
Oversee HSSE compliance across all ADSS projects, including subcontractor and vendor activities.
Act as the primary HSSE liaison for internal and external stakeholders including clients, regulators, and community partners.
Lead HSSE integration across ADSS programs including MSP, CLCM, and Mission Systems.
Maintain dynamic risk registers and lead divisional risk assessments.
Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, ISO standards, and Defence-specific HSSE protocols.
Drive proactive risk mitigation and trend analysis across ADSS operations.
Maintain and evolve HSSE systems, emergency response plans, and training programs.
Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
Ensure appropriate staffing, onboarding, and competency development across the HSSE function.
Support crisis management and business continuity planning.

Requirements

security clearance

bachelor's degree

iso standards

10+ years

defence programs

leadership

Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Proven ability to effectively manage relationships with key senior stakeholders both internally and externally in a Defence/Defence Industry environment.
Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance.
Familiarity with KBR’s operational frameworks and ADSS strategic priorities.
Bachelor’s degree in HSSE, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
Ability to lead change, coach emerging leaders, and drive cultural transformation.
Strong knowledge of ISO standards, Australian WHS legislation, and global HSSE frameworks.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Minimum 10 years’ experience in HSSE leadership roles, preferably within Defence, Infrastructure, or Industrial sectors.
Experience in Defence capability programs (e.g., MSP, CLCM, Mission Systems).
Proven experience managing HSSE across complex, multi-site operations.

Benefits

Corporate rewards
Salary packaging/Novated leasing
Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
Discounted employee stock purchase plans
Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts
Flexible working conditions
Income protection
Paid Reservist leave
Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
Paid Parental leave

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

shortlisting as applications are received; shortlisted candidates may complete a psychometric assessment.

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

eligibility for agsva security clearance required.

Company

Overview

Founded in 1901

Century-long legacy

The company has an over-100-year history, tracing back to its origins in 1901.

S&P 400 Rank

Selective public index membership

Trades publicly on the NYSE and is part of the S&P 400 stock market index.

Multi-billion USD

Annual revenue scale

Generates annual revenues in the multi-billion dollar range across diverse markets.

Designs and builds complex facilities — from LNG plants and refineries to military bases and naval infrastructure.
Operates mission‑critical projects: NASA ISS payload operations, astronaut health research, JWST integration, space‑instrument R&D.
Offers full EPC and life‑cycle services: engineering, procurement, construction, logistics and proprietary tech licensing.
Supports defense and intelligence sectors with systems engineering, base‑operations, C5ISR, cyber, and mission planning.
Has completed landmark acquisitions (BE&K, Wyle, SGT, Centauri, Frazer‑Nash, LinQuest) to expand aerospace, gov‑tech and space capabilities.
Versatile footprint: tackling offshore oil‑&‑gas, chemical processing, sustainable energy and cutting‑edge digital transformation.

Culture + Values

We Deliver – uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high‑quality, technology‑led solutions and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
We Value Our People – creating work environments in which every member feels safe, supported, respected, trusted and valued, with opportunities to belong, connect and grow.
We Are People of Integrity – valuing honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity; doing what’s right for the planet, communities and our people.
We Are a Team of Teams – valuing collective achievements over individual, powering operational excellence as ONE KBR.
We Empower – empowering people with shared purpose, the right tools and culture, trusting them as independent decision‑makers who own their work.

Environment + Sustainability

Carbon Neutrality in 2019

Achievement

The company achieved carbon neutrality for its operations and business travel, verified by an independent third party.

Net-Zero by 2030

Target

The company aims to reach net-zero carbon emissions across operations and business travel by 2030.

AAA ESG Rating

Recognition

Received an AAA rating from MSCI for exceptional management of environmental risks in 2023.

America’s Climate Leaders

Recognition

The company was recognized by USA Today as one of America’s Climate Leaders in 2023 for reducing its carbon footprint.

Integrated sustainability into Zero Harm safety culture via 10 key Sustainability Pillars aligned with UN SDGs.
Published 2019 Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Report, measuring baseline and offsetting via wind farm and Plastic Bank credits.
Supports carbon‑recycling (e.g., engineering services for LanzaTech) and clean‑energy initiatives (e.g., UK Net Zero Innovation Portfolio and projects like Arafura rare‑earth net‑zero pathway).

Inclusion & Diversity

33% board female

Gender Diversity on Board

Increased representation of women on the board from 20% in 2019 to 33% in early 2020.

33% female leadership

Leadership Team Diversity

Expanded female representation in executive roles from 10% in 2019 to 33% in 2020.

Linked ESG achievements—such as diversity targets—to executive compensation starting in 2021.

Articles

KBR Careers

KBR LinkedIn

Role

Description

risk management

compliance oversight

incident investigation

training programs

stakeholder liaison

emergency response

Foster collaboration across division operating units and enabling functions.
Develop and execute the ADSS HSSE strategy aligned with KBR’s global standards and Defence client expectations.
Represent the Division in business unit and corporate HSSE forums and contribute to enterprise-wide initiatives.
Support leadership engagement through visible participation in HSSE meetings, toolbox talks, and site walkdowns.
Monitor leading and lagging indicators to identify trends and implement proactive measures.
Lead and mentor a team of HSSE professionals including site managers, advisors, and coordinators.
Oversee HSSE compliance across all ADSS projects, including subcontractor and vendor activities.
Act as the primary HSSE liaison for internal and external stakeholders including clients, regulators, and community partners.
Lead HSSE integration across ADSS programs including MSP, CLCM, and Mission Systems.
Maintain dynamic risk registers and lead divisional risk assessments.
Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, ISO standards, and Defence-specific HSSE protocols.
Drive proactive risk mitigation and trend analysis across ADSS operations.
Maintain and evolve HSSE systems, emergency response plans, and training programs.
Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
Ensure appropriate staffing, onboarding, and competency development across the HSSE function.
Support crisis management and business continuity planning.

Requirements

security clearance

bachelor's degree

iso standards

10+ years

defence programs

leadership

Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Proven ability to effectively manage relationships with key senior stakeholders both internally and externally in a Defence/Defence Industry environment.
Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance.
Familiarity with KBR’s operational frameworks and ADSS strategic priorities.
Bachelor’s degree in HSSE, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
Ability to lead change, coach emerging leaders, and drive cultural transformation.
Strong knowledge of ISO standards, Australian WHS legislation, and global HSSE frameworks.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Minimum 10 years’ experience in HSSE leadership roles, preferably within Defence, Infrastructure, or Industrial sectors.
Experience in Defence capability programs (e.g., MSP, CLCM, Mission Systems).
Proven experience managing HSSE across complex, multi-site operations.

Benefits

Corporate rewards
Salary packaging/Novated leasing
Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
Discounted employee stock purchase plans
Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts
Flexible working conditions
Income protection
Paid Reservist leave
Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
Paid Parental leave

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

shortlisting as applications are received; shortlisted candidates may complete a psychometric assessment.

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

eligibility for agsva security clearance required.

Company

Overview

Founded in 1901

Century-long legacy

The company has an over-100-year history, tracing back to its origins in 1901.

S&P 400 Rank

Selective public index membership

Trades publicly on the NYSE and is part of the S&P 400 stock market index.

Multi-billion USD

Annual revenue scale

Generates annual revenues in the multi-billion dollar range across diverse markets.

Designs and builds complex facilities — from LNG plants and refineries to military bases and naval infrastructure.
Operates mission‑critical projects: NASA ISS payload operations, astronaut health research, JWST integration, space‑instrument R&D.
Offers full EPC and life‑cycle services: engineering, procurement, construction, logistics and proprietary tech licensing.
Supports defense and intelligence sectors with systems engineering, base‑operations, C5ISR, cyber, and mission planning.
Has completed landmark acquisitions (BE&K, Wyle, SGT, Centauri, Frazer‑Nash, LinQuest) to expand aerospace, gov‑tech and space capabilities.
Versatile footprint: tackling offshore oil‑&‑gas, chemical processing, sustainable energy and cutting‑edge digital transformation.

Culture + Values

We Deliver – uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high‑quality, technology‑led solutions and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
We Value Our People – creating work environments in which every member feels safe, supported, respected, trusted and valued, with opportunities to belong, connect and grow.
We Are People of Integrity – valuing honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity; doing what’s right for the planet, communities and our people.
We Are a Team of Teams – valuing collective achievements over individual, powering operational excellence as ONE KBR.
We Empower – empowering people with shared purpose, the right tools and culture, trusting them as independent decision‑makers who own their work.

Environment + Sustainability

Carbon Neutrality in 2019

Achievement

The company achieved carbon neutrality for its operations and business travel, verified by an independent third party.

Net-Zero by 2030

Target

The company aims to reach net-zero carbon emissions across operations and business travel by 2030.

AAA ESG Rating

Recognition

Received an AAA rating from MSCI for exceptional management of environmental risks in 2023.

America’s Climate Leaders

Recognition

The company was recognized by USA Today as one of America’s Climate Leaders in 2023 for reducing its carbon footprint.

Integrated sustainability into Zero Harm safety culture via 10 key Sustainability Pillars aligned with UN SDGs.
Published 2019 Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Report, measuring baseline and offsetting via wind farm and Plastic Bank credits.
Supports carbon‑recycling (e.g., engineering services for LanzaTech) and clean‑energy initiatives (e.g., UK Net Zero Innovation Portfolio and projects like Arafura rare‑earth net‑zero pathway).

Inclusion & Diversity

33% board female

Gender Diversity on Board

Increased representation of women on the board from 20% in 2019 to 33% in early 2020.

33% female leadership

Leadership Team Diversity

Expanded female representation in executive roles from 10% in 2019 to 33% in 2020.

Linked ESG achievements—such as diversity targets—to executive compensation starting in 2021.

Articles

KBR Careers

KBR LinkedIn