Job Description
Our Client n
Our client is a large, well-established national organisation operating across a complex industrial workplace, with a strong focus on safety, risk management and continuous improvement.
n They are currently looking for an experienced HSE Coordinator / HSE Officer to join the business on a temporary assignment through to late January.
n Based in Dandenong, the role will support multiple operational locations and will involve some travel to regional sites. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being visible in the field, partnering closely with operational leaders and helping drive practical safety outcomes.
The Role n
Working closely with site leadership and operational teams, this role will provide hands-on support across critical risk, contractor management, HSE culture and compliance.
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Supporting critical risk management and ensuring key controls are in place and effective
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Coaching leaders and employees on risk assessments, controls and safe work practices
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Conducting workplace inspections focused on higher-risk activities
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Facilitating risk assessments, JSAs, JHAs and HAZID workshops
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Supporting incident and near-miss investigations
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Tracking risk and corrective actions through to closure
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Supporting contractor prequalification, mobilisation, induction and training
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Assisting leaders with the safe management of contractors and labour hire employees
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Promoting strong safety engagement through toolbox talks, pre-starts and safety conversations
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Supporting hazard identification and near-miss reporting
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Assisting with HSE campaigns, initiatives and behavioural safety programs
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Reviewing and updating HSE procedures, standards and Safe Work Instructions
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Supporting audit, inspection and compliance activities
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Monitoring contractor compliance with site HSE requirements
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Assisting with environmental and regulatory compliance requirements
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The role will also have a strong focus on human factors, including fatigue, workload, ergonomics, task complexity, procedural compliance and identifying ways to simplify work and reduce operational risk.
Why Should You Apply? n
This is an excellent opportunity to join a large and complex organisation where safety is highly visible across the business.
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Exposure to a large national organisation
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A broad and varied operational HSE role
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Strong focus on critical risk and field-based safety
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Opportunity to work closely with site and operational leadership
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Exposure across multiple sites and environments
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Temporary assignment through to January
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Some site based regional travel
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Opportunity to make an immediate impact
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Established systems and safety frameworks
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A role combining field engagement with HSE systems and compliance
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The Successful Candidate n
We are looking for someone with practical HSE experience who is comfortable working closely with operational teams and spending time in the field.
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Previous experience in an HSE Coordinator, HSE Officer, Safety Advisor or similar role
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Experience within an industrial, manufacturing, engineering or operational workplace
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Strong understanding of critical risk management
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Experience conducting risk assessments and workplace inspections
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Exposure to incident investigations and corrective action management
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Contractor management experience
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Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
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Confidence coaching supervisors, leaders and employees
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Sound understanding of WHS legislation and compliance requirements
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The ability to work autonomously across multiple locations
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Availability to commence at short notice
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You will be someone who is comfortable getting out into the operation, building relationships with the workforce and helping leaders translate safety requirements into practical action.
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📌 Hse Coordinator / Hse Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Align Talent
📍 Melbourne