About the role

Working on behalf of the client, you'll provide EHS assurance across a large multi-building construction campus. You'll make sure the head contractor and their subcontractors meet client EHS standards, project requirements and WHS legislation.

Key responsibilities

- Monitor and audit head contractor compliance with client EHS standards, the WHS Act 2011 and WHS Regulation 2017.

- Review contractor safety management plans, SWMS and critical risk controls.

- Oversee high-risk activities, including electrical and HV works, work at heights, lifting, excavation and confined spaces.

- Review incident investigations and make sure corrective actions are closed out.

- Monitor environmental compliance, including planning conditions, erosion and sediment control, and noise, dust and water management.

- Support safety in design reviews and contractor prequalification.

- Prepare EHS performance reports and present them to senior project stakeholders.

About you

- A tertiary qualification in WHS, such as a Diploma or Degree in Work Health and Safety (essential).

- 5+ years in construction EHS on major projects, ideally with a Tier 1 or 2 contractor (essential).





- Solid working knowledge of NSW WHS legislation and environmental compliance requirements.

- Experience auditing contractors and reviewing incident investigations.

- Data centre, energy, mining or critical infrastructure experience (highly regarded).

- ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 or lead auditor qualifications (desirable).

- Experience with EHS systems such as Procore and data reporting tools (desirable).

- A White Card, a current driver's licence and a first aid certificate.

About us

Specialised Engineering Technologies (SET) is a Newcastle-based engineering and construction company delivering infrastructure for mining, data centres and critical facilities. We're growing our major projects team and need an experienced EHS leader.

Benefits

- Hunter-based work, with no FIFO or long-distance commute.

- A key role on a landmark project.

- A small, growing team with direct access to leadership.

- A permanent role with long-term career growth in major projects.

Start: Immediate start, aligned with project commencement

📌 Environment, Health and Safety Manager – Major Projects (Thornton)
🏢 Specialised Engineering Technologies
📍 Thornton