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Job Description
We are currently seeking an experienced Senior HSE Manager (Site) to lead Health, Safety & Environmental performance on a major project site in Australia.
This is a key leadership role responsible for driving a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with regulatory and client requirements, and protecting our people, workplace, and operations.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the site-based HSE function on a large-scale construction/EPCM projectDrive a proactive safety culture, ensuring the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental performanceProvide visible leadership and guidance to project teams, contractors, and stakeholders on all HSE mattersEnsure compliance with Australian legislation, client requirements, and Fluor standardsDevelop, implement, and continuously improve HSE programs, procedures, and initiativesOversee and mentor the HSE team on site, including resource planning and capability developmentConduct risk assessments, audits, and gap analyses to identify and mitigate potential hazardsLead incident prevention, investigation, and corrective action processesSupport project leadership in balancing safe execution with productivity and delivery targetsBuild strong relationships with internal teams, clients, contractors, and regulatory bodiesLead contractor management activities across multiple contractors and subcontractors operating within extended and geographically dispersed work areasEnsure effective coordination and alignment of contractor HSE management systems, standards,
and field execution practices across all project interfacesBalance Principal Contractor obligations and statutory requirements with site and corporate governance programs, client expectations, and operational delivery needsMonitor contractor compliance through inspections, audits, assurance activities, and performance reviews to ensure adherence to project HSE requirementsFacilitate collaboration and communication between contractors to manage overlapping activities, SIMOPS, high-risk work, and shared workplace hazardsProvide strategic oversight of contractor onboarding, prequalification, mobilisation, and ongoing HSE performance management throughout the project lifecycle
Basic Job Requirements
Minimum 10 years of HSE experience within construction projectsDemonstrated experience working in large-scale EPCM project environmentsStrong understanding of site-based HSE management in complex industrial/mining settingsDemonstrated experience managing multiple contractors across large or geographically dispersed project work frontsStrong knowledge of Principal Contractor responsibilities, contractor governance frameworks, and contractor assurance processesProven ability to balance operational execution requirements with governance, compliance, and client expectations in high-risk project environmentsProven track record in leading HSE teams and influencing senior stakeholdersSolid knowledge of HSE regulations and standards in AustraliaDegree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science or similar (or equivalent experience)Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to engage across all levels
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
📌 Senior HSE Manager (Site) (Perth)
🏢 Fluor
📍 Perth