You are a proven Senior HSE Manager or Director with solid experience across defence and advanced manufacturing environments , ready to lead group-wide safety strategy and influence at the executive level.

About you:
Tertiary qualifications in WHS, OHS, HSE, or a related discipline
Proven track record in a senior HSE leadership role, with the capability and drive to operate as Group HSE Director
Background in defence and/or heavy manufacturing (fabrication, welding, machining, or heavy engineering environments)
Comprehensive understanding of Australian WHS legislation, risk management, and governance frameworks
Outstanding communication and executive leadership skills, with demonstrated ability to influence and advise at Board and CEO levels
A proactive leader capable of driving safety culture, governance, and organizational capability

What you will be doing:
Setting and leading group-wide WHS strategy, governance frameworks, and safety culture
Partnering with the Board, CEO,



and Executive leadership team to provide strategic advice on HSE risks, compliance, and best practice
Directing WHS management systems, assurance, auditing, and critical incident investigations across operations
Driving WHS education, training, and leadership capability across business units
Embedding a proactive, risk-based safety mindset across multi-faceted manufacturing and operational sites

The Rewards:

This is an exceptional prospect to take on a key executive role within an established and expanding enterprise. Remuneration is offered at circa $200k + superannuation (based on experience), alongside genuine opportunities for executive leadership, strategic oversight, and growth opportunities.

We request that candidates have full Australian working rights.
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📌 Hse Director Manufacturing Melbourne (Australia)
🏢 Australia Wide Engineering Recruitment
📍 Australia