About Laing O'Rourke

Laing O’Rourke is a $6 billion global engineering and manufacturing-led construction leader, delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects. In Australia, we’ve proudly operated under the Laing O’Rourke banner for over 20 years, building on more than 70 years of local expertise.

Driven by our purpose - pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, in service of humanity - we create safer hospitals, cleaner water, secure defence facilities, and better-connected cities. We also build meaningful careers and inclusive workplaces where people thrive. Backed by global strength and deep local roots, our unique operating model combines cutting-edge technology with up-to-date methods of construction to deliver certainty for clients and transform how infrastructure is engineered and built.

We also own two vertically integrated businesses: Select Plant Australia, the nation’s fourth-largest plant hire company, and Laing O’Rourke Rail Operations, supporting major projects and nationwide rail maintenance.

That’s the Power of Experience.

About the Role

We are currently seeking a HSE Systems Manager to join our Corporate HSE Governance and Assurance Team. This role is integral to driving continuous improvement of our HSE Management System, ensuring alignment with ISO standards, industry frameworks, and legislative requirements.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the development and continuous improvement of the Health, Safety and Environmental Management System
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, accreditation standards, and industry requirements
- Manage and lead internal and external audit programs
- Support project and office teams with assurance and governance activities
- Coach and mentor project teams to ensure a high level of understanding and effective implementation of HSE management systems

About You





- Proven experience in systems management within construction, infrastructure, or other high-risk industries
- Strong working knowledge of HSE systems, ISO standards, and FSC accreditation
- Demonstrated experience in leading audits and continuous improvement initiatives
- Solid understanding of Australian legislation and industry standards
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- High attention to detail with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset
- A genuine interest in modern safety approaches, with the ability to champion initiatives that build organisational capability and strengthen safety culture
- Relevant Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline

Benefits We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, an additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. Laing O’Rourke is recognised as a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality in 2020, 2022, 2024 and 2026. We know that the right culture and purposeful innovation are key to delivering impact.

Laing O'Rourke actively supports a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Download our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan at https://www.laingorourke.com/company/diversity-and-inclusion

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.

📌 HSE Systems Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Laing O'Rourke Australia Construction Pty
📍 Melbourne