proteqt HSEQ talent solutions is proud to be partnering with a rapidly growing renewable energy contractor delivering utility-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across Australia.
Operating under a safety-led and highly compliant model with OFSC accreditation, this business has established itself as a trusted delivery partner across EPC, Balance of Plant (BOP) and Operations & Maintenance (O&M;) projects nationally.
As the business continues to grow and scale, they are now seeking to appoint an experienced Corporate based HSE Manager to provide operational and strategic leadership across multiple renewable energy projects nationally.
About the Role:
- This is a highly visible leadership role bridging corporate governance with on-site operational delivery supporting continued business growth while ensuring safety remains central to project execution
- This role will oversee all site-based HSE activities through a team of Project HSE Advisors, ensuring compliance across construction, commissioning and energisation works
- The role attracts regular interstate travel and site engagement across active renewable energy projects
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of HSE systems, governance and operational assurance nationally
- Partner closely with operational leaders to strengthen safety culture, compliance and project performance
- Provide strategic oversight of incident investigations, corrective actions and risk mitigation initiatives
- Lead stakeholder engagement across clients, contractors, regulators and external audit bodies
- Support business growth through scalable HSE processes aligned to ISO and OFSC requirements
About you: You are a strategic safety leader who thrives in dynamic, high-risk project environments and enjoys balancing corporate governance with site engagement.
You will ideally bring
- A Diploma or Higher qualification in HSE (minimum requirement)
- At least 5-8 years experience leading HSE in either construction, renewable energy, electrical infrastructure projects, utilities, or heavy industry is essential. Experience in a Corporate HSE role is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of ISO systems and FSC requirements
- Proven track record in influencing, mentoring operational teams and senior stakeholders to drive a positive safety culture
- Strong incident investigation, auditing and operational risk management capability
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Construction White Card
- Full Australian working rights required
- What’s on Offer Opportunity to shape, influence and scale HSE systems over the next 5 years of high-growth
- Strategic leadership role with operational influence and a clear defined career pathway
- Strong executive leadership support and highly collaborative culture
- Versatile hybrid working
For a confidential discussion, please contact: Dani Easterbrook on 0491 786 440 OR Michelle Mortimer on 0493 444 290 from proteqt HSEQ talent solutions and apply directly on SEEK :
https://au.seek.com/job/93476088
proteqt HSEQ talent solutions are committed to creating diverse, inclusive and safe workplaces and encourage applications from all backgrounds.