HSE Advisor

The Opportunity

Based in Henderson, the HSE Advisor will be responsible for providing health, safety and environmental support to the LCH (Landing Craft Heavy) Project Team, ensuring HSE requirements are effectively implemented, monitored and continuously improved across project activities. Working closely with leaders, operational teams and external stakeholders, you'll help drive a culture of safety excellence while supporting compliance, reporting, investigations and management system requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive HSE professional who enjoys building strong stakeholder relationships, influencing positive safety behaviours and contributing to the successful delivery of a complex maritime project

About Austal

Austal 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.

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 austal.com/ssa

This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

What's Involved

• Support delivery of HSE management system and project-specific HSE requirements.
• Maintain HSE management plans, risk assessments and project documentation.
• Facilitate hazard, incident reporting and investigation activities.
• Partner with project leaders, workforce and contractors to improve safety performance.
• Prepare and deliver accurate HSE reporting and compliance information.
• Support ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 assurance and continuous improvement activities.

About You

Essential

• Diploma or Cert IV in Work Health & Safety.
• White Card (Construction Induction).
• Demonstrated experience in an HSE Advisory role within construction, manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver accurate, timely outcomes.
• Eligibility for a Defence Security Clearance. 

Desirable

• Internal Auditor qualification or experience.
• ICAM Investigation training or experience.
• First Aid and/or Emergency Response qualifications.
• Environmental Management qualification.
• Experience supporting large-scale construction, defence or industrial projects.
• Experience mentoring or providing guidance within HSE teams.

 Why 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.

Learn more at: https://www.austaljobs.com/australia