At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead HSE initiatives in renewable energy projects and ensure safety compliance.
- Company: Join a leading renewable energy business making a real impact.
- Benefits: $1,100 – $1,200 per day, five-day work week, immediate start.
- Other info: Collaborative team environment with genuine authority and visibility in HSE.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of renewable energy and champion safety culture.
- Qualifications: 15+ years in HSE management, ideally in renewables or major infrastructure.
MMD Recruitment is partnering with a leading renewable energy business to appoint an experienced HSE Manager on a contract basis. Working across a major portfolio of transmission, BESS (Battery Energy Storage) and high-voltage power projects, you will take ownership of health, safety and environmental performance from front-end planning through to delivery.
This is a full-time contract engagement, five days per week, based in Sydney with travel to project sites as required. The client is ready to move quickly, an immediate start is available for the right person.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop and implement HSE policies, procedures and management systems tailored to transmission, BESS and HV construction environments
- Lead risk assessments, hazard analyses and safety-in-design input across project stages
- Investigate incidents and near-misses, determine root causes and drive corrective actions to closure
- Deliver HSE training, coaching and toolbox engagement to site personnel and subcontractors
- Monitor compliance, supporting regulations, and electrical and network safety standards
- Maintain HSE records, statistics and reporting to track leading and lagging indicators
- Liaise with regulators, environmental agencies, network operators and internal stakeholders
- Conduct site inspections and audits, including subcontractor HSE performance reviews
- Develop and manage emergency response and incident management procedures
- Champion a visible, positive safety culture across all project teams
What we're looking for:
- 15+ years' experience in HSE management, ideally across renewables, transmission, HV or major infrastructure construction
- Direct exposure to BESS, substation, transmission line or large-scale renewable projects highly regarded
- Tertiary qualification in WHS or equivalent
- Strong working knowledge of Australian WHS legislation, including the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and associated regulations
- Proven track record implementing HSE management systems and lifting safety performance
- Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence at all levels, from crews to executive
- Strong analytical capability and attention to detail in reporting and trend analysis
- Experience with environmental compliance and approvals conditions on energy projects
- Proficiency with HSE management software and Microsoft Office
- Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to project sites
What's on offer:
- $1,100 – $1,200 + GST per day
- Five-day week, immediate start
- Long-term contract on a high-profile renewable and HV portfolio
- Exposure to transmission, BESS and grid-scale energy infrastructure
- Collaborative delivery team where HSE has genuine authority and visibility
MMD Recruitment is a specialist recruitment firm connecting skilled professionals with leading organisations across the mining, resources and energy sectors. With a focus on health, safety and environmental roles, we understand the importance of finding the right talent to ensure operational excellence and regulatory compliance.
HSE Manager (Renewables) employer: MMD Recruitment
MMD Recruitment is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Kurri Kurri, NSW, where you can lead high-profile construction projects that are critical to the data centre sector. With competitive daily rates and the potential for contract extensions, employees benefit from professional growth opportunities, a supportive culture, and the chance to make a significant impact on project outcomes while collaborating with industry experts.
