Lead the next era of safety, quality and operational excellence across one of Australia's most recognised Remediation Companies.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the South East Health and Safety Manager and working closely with the NSW State Manager and Operations managers for the region, the HSEQ Lead will lead the development and execution of the States HSEQ strategy across multiple business units.
You will play a critical leadership role in strengthening governance, building capability, driving accountability, and embedding a culture where safety, quality and operational excellence are fundamental to how the business performs.
This role will suit someone who:
Wants to lead transformation, not simply maintain compliance
Sees HSEQ as a driver of culture, operational performance and business success
Understands operational risk within Marine, Construction, Asset/Building Remediation, and Hazardous Coatings
Knows how to balance strategic direction with practical field leadership
Wants the opportunity to build systems, capability and culture that will shape the future of the States.
Key Responsibilities
Drive critical risk management, verification and operational assurance activities
Lead and mentor a team of HSE Advisors.
Lead audit, incident investigation, corrective action and continuous improvement programs
Engage with Project Managers, senior leadership, and clients on strategic HSEQ matters.
Drive meaningful cultural improvement across safety, quality and operational performance
Provide HSEQ leadership across tenders, project mobilisation and operational activities
Build capability through coaching, mentoring, training and leadership development




About you
You are an experienced HSEQ leader within the construction, remediation and marine sector.
You are commercially aware, operationally credible, and highly effective at influencing people at all levels of a business.
Most importantly, you are someone who leads from the front, builds trust quickly, and creates environments where people genuinely want to succeed safely and perform at their best.
You are energised by the opportunity to build, improve and influence - not simply maintain the status quo.
You bring:
Leadership experience across safety, quality, environmental and risk functions
Exposure to Office of the Federal Safety Commissioner (OFSC) certification system preferred.
Robust knowledge of HSEQ legislation and compliance frameworks
A collaborative leadership style focused on people, culture and continuous improvement
The credibility and resilience to drive change within a fast-paced operational environment
Experience in Tier 1, Multistorey CBD work, Fuel, concrete/steel remediation is highly regarded.
Strong background in Risk Management and audit processes.
Proven ability to identify trends and implement targeted improvement programs.
Understanding of Quality Management systems.




Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities.
Willingness to travel to regional areas in NSW as required.
The Benefits
Ongoing rewards & recognition programs
Access to everyday discounts from Australia's leading retailers with Flare
Paid parental leave
Employee referral programs up to $****
Salary sacrifice options
Employee Assistance Program
Novated lease options
First Aid and Mental First Aid Support Officers
This role is subject to a pre-employment medical, background checks and ongoing medicals.
ABOUT US
Duratec Australia, is an ASX listed Engineering, Construction and Remediation project contractor with a fast-growing national presence. We lead the way in providing whole-of-life solutions for assets across the Defence, Marine, Mining, Energy and Commercial sectors. Our impressive portfolio of unique and challenging projects including Defence buildings and infrastructure, ports and wharves, power stations, stadiums and historic buildings, just to name a few!
Duratec Australia, is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We encourage the employment of people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTI and other diversity groups.
Duratec Australia, have signed the Veterans Employment Commitment, illustrating that we value the skills and experience of ex-ADF members and will consider veterans for our employment opportunities.
Want to know more? Check out our website or LinkedIn for more information.
Advertised: 24 Jul **** AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:
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