Job Description
Our Client
Our client is a large, well-established national organisation operating across a complex industrial environment, with a strong focus on safety, risk management and continuous improvement.
They are currently looking for an experienced HSE Coordinator / HSE Officer to join the business on a temporary assignment through to late January.
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
Working closely with site leadership and operational teams, this role will provide hands-on support across critical risk, contractor management, HSE culture and compliance.
Key responsibilities will include:
Supporting critical risk management and ensuring key controls are in place and effective
Coaching leaders and employees on risk assessments, controls and safe work practices
Conducting workplace inspections focused on higher-risk activities
Facilitating risk assessments, JSAs, JHAs and HAZID workshops
Supporting incident and near-miss investigations
Tracking risk and corrective actions through to closure
Supporting contractor prequalification, mobilisation, induction and training
Assisting leaders with the safe management of contractors and labour hire employees
Promoting strong safety engagement through toolbox talks, pre-starts and safety conversations
Supporting hazard identification and near-miss reporting
Assisting with HSE campaigns, initiatives and behavioural safety programs
Reviewing and updating HSE procedures, standards and Safe Work Instructions
Supporting audit, inspection and compliance activities
Monitoring contractor compliance with site HSE requirements
Assisting with environmental and regulatory compliance requirements




The role will also have a solid 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?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a large and complex organisation where safety is highly visible across the business.
You will benefit from:
Exposure to a large national organisation
A broad and varied operational HSE role
Strong focus on critical risk and field-based safety
Opportunity to work closely with site and operational leadership
Exposure across multiple sites and environments
Temporary assignment through to January
Some site based regional travel
Opportunity to make an immediate impact
Established systems and safety frameworks
A role combining field engagement with HSE systems and compliance
The Successful Candidate
We are looking for someone with practical HSE experience who is comfortable working closely with operational teams and spending time in the field.
Ideally, you will have:
Previous experience in an HSE Coordinator, HSE Officer, Safety Advisor or similar role
Experience within an industrial, manufacturing, engineering or operational environment
Strong understanding of critical risk management
Experience conducting risk assessments and workplace inspections
Exposure to incident investigations and corrective action management
Contractor management experience
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Confidence coaching supervisors, leaders and employees
Sound understanding of WHS legislation and compliance requirements
The ability to work autonomously across multiple locations
Availability to commence at short notice
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