Based in Henderson, WA, the HSE Lead provides leadership, guidance, and support to project teams, driving health, safety, and environmental performance across major Defence shipbuilding programs.
Working closely with the HSE Manager and the Project Team, you will lead HSE initiatives, mentor HSE Advisors, strengthen safety culture, and ensure compliance with legislative, regulatory, and corporate requirements.About AustalAustal is Australia's global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice.
We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world's leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.
With operations spanning multiple sites, Austal offers diverse career opportunities in trades, maintenance, engineering support, project services, corporate functions and operational delivery.Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia.
We're driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: AustraliaThis is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance.
The maritime is now.What's InvolvedLead and support project HSE teams, ensuring high standards of conduct, performance, and complianceConduct assurance activities, audits, inspections, and risk management processesLead incident reporting, investigations, and corrective action managementDevelop and deliver HSE training, awareness programs,



and coaching initiativesPartner with project teams and leaders to embed a robust safety cultureDrive continuous improvement initiatives and HSE performance outcomesDevelop and maintain emergency preparedness and response plansMonitor compliance with WHS legislation, standards, and company requirementsBuild strong relationships with regulators, customers, unions, and key stakeholdersSupport injury management and return-to-work processes when requiredYou'll NeedTertiary qualification in Workplace Health & Safety, Environmental Management, or a related disciplineMinimum 5 years' experience in HSE advisory roles within high-risk environmentsMinimum 2 years' experience leading HSE teamsExtensive experience conducting management system audits across WHS and environmental disciplinesStrong knowledge of WHS legislation, standards, and industry best practicesDemonstrated experience in coaching, mentoring, and stakeholder engagementStrong communication, negotiation, and influence skillsExperience leading incident investigations and risk management activitiesEligibility for a Defence Security ClearanceWhy Join Us?
Competitive compensation and benefits package.Professional development and training opportunities.A supportive and dynamic work environment.Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all.
We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.
Veterans are also encouraged to apply.
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📌 Hse Lead (Western Australia)
🏢 Austal-7
📍 Western Australia