Established in ****, we are a dynamic, growing Queensland-based engineering company proudly delivering high-quality, end-to-end solutions across Australia.
With our head office in Acacia Ridge, Brisbane, and a team of 40+ employees, we pride ourselves on delivering reliable, innovative, and client-focused solutions.
Materials handling and chemical dosing systems
Fabrication and construction
Routine preventative maintenance and plant upgrades
Distributor of modular concrete batch plants
Our clients include some of Australia's largest organisations, particularly in the water treatment, concrete, mining, and quarry industries.
The Opportunity
Due to continued growth and our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence, we are seeking an experienced Safety & Compliance Manager to join our team.
This newly created role will be instrumental in developing, implementing, and leading our safety and compliance framework, with broader quality and environmental responsibilities forming a supporting part of the role, ensuring we protect our people, meet all regulatory obligations, and continue to deliver projects safely and successfully.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and continuously improve the company's WHS (Work Health & Safety) management system in compliance with the Work Health and Safety Act **** (Qld), relevant interstate WHS requirements, ISO ***** principles, and industry codes of practice
Lead risk management processes across fabrication, site installation, commissioning, and maintenance activities (including high-risk work in heavy industrial environments)
Conduct and oversee safety audits, inspections, incident investigations, and root cause analysis
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards,



and client requirements (including those related to hazardous chemicals, confined spaces, working at heights, electrical safety, and plant/equipment)
Develop and deliver safety training programs, inductions, and toolbox talks
Manage contractor safety compliance, site safety plans, and SWMS (Secure Work Method Statements)
Champion a proactive, positive safety culture across all levels of the organisation
Prepare and maintain required safety documentation and reporting for internal and external stakeholders where required
Manage client safety portal compliance to maintain site access for field staff
Liaise with regulators and clients on safety and compliance matters
About You
Proven experience (5+ years) in a similar Safety / WHS / Compliance role within engineering, manufacturing, construction, or heavy industrial sectors (materials handling, mining, water treatment, or concrete industries highly regarded)
Strong working knowledge of Australian WHS legislation, codes of practice, and relevant Australian Standards
Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety or higher (Diploma of WHS or equivalent highly regarded) – essential
Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels
Practical, hands‐on approach combined with strong attention to detail
Current driver's licence and willingness to travel occasionally to project sites across QLD and interstate
What We Offer
Supportive, collaborative team environment
Opportunity to shape and build the safety & compliance function in a growing business
The chance to work on interesting, high-profile projects with leading Australian organisations
If you are passionate about safety, thrive in a hands-on engineering environment, and want to make a real impact in a growing company, we want to hear from you.
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📌 Safety & Compliance Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 FSI Engineering
📍 Brisbane