HSSE Regional Manager Australia

Description

Reporting to the HSSE Global Director, and based in Melbourne, we are looking for a HSSE Regional Manager, responsible for leading the implementation and continuous improvement of Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental policies across our operations in Australia.

• Develop and deliver HSSE training and toolbox talks to multicultural teams, ensuring awareness and adherence to safety protocols.
• Work closely with all levels of the organization on safety matters and assist with legal compliance audits as necessary.
• Lead the incident investigations and prepare detailed reports with specific actions plan. Follow-up the action plans ensuring the closing of all proposed actions.
• Inspect workplace for compliance (audits) with safety regulations and corporate standards.
• Provide leadership, coach and mentor EHS staff, and drive continual improvement.
• Share best practices and align regional efforts with corporate goals.
• Control HSSE budget and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), driving continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with local authorities, EPC contractors, and subcontractors to ensure full HSSE compliance on-site.
• Oversee the implementation of Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) policies across regional operations.
• Monitor environmental performance (waste management, spill prevention, energy efficiency) and support ESG reporting requirements.
• Ensure global HSSE policies are tailored to Australian HSSE laws and cultural norms.

Requirements

• Preferred certifications: Work Health and Safety (WHS) and/or VETASSESS.
• Problem-solving mind with the ability to make sound decisions, and to take on challenges.
• 10 years of experience in the Health, Safety, Environmental and Regulatory work environment, preferably in construction of photovoltaic solar plants or electrical industrial businesses.
• Strong knowledge of Australian regulations related to occupational safety and environmental compliance
• Languages: English.
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 40% for visiting the projects.
• Excellent communication, leadership, reporting and management skills.
• Driving license.
• Bachelor’s degree required; preferably in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management discipline. Master’s degree in Environmental Management and/or Occupational Safety.

Benefits

• Career development in a leading international environment.
• Hybrid Remote work model.
• Yearly bonus based on objectives.
• Additional benefits (Healthy X-Elio, Workshops, Green Mobility programs, etc.)

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance