Health and Safety Manager

Health and Safety Manager

Full-Time 72000 - 88000 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead health, safety, environment, and quality across exciting projects in Melbourne.
  • Company: Respected electrical contractor with a focus on safety and sustainability.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, long-term career development, and a supportive team culture.
  • Other info: Join a dynamic team and work on Melbourne's most technical projects.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on critical projects while fostering a proactive safety culture.
  • Qualifications: 5+ years in HSEQ leadership, strong knowledge of WHS legislation, and excellent communication skills.

The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.

Job Title

HSEQ Manager – Electrical Contracting (Data Centres , Commercial, Infrastructure)

Location

Melbourne, VIC

Employment Type

Full-Time

About the Company

We are a respected electrical contractor delivering complex, high-value projects across healthcare, data centre, commercial, and infrastructure sectors.

Our commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability is embedded in every aspect of our operations.

We are seeking an experienced

HSEQ Manager to lead and enhance our health, safety, environmental, and quality practices across Melbourne-based projects.

Role Overview

As the

HSEQ Manager , you will be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and continual improvement of our HSEQ systems.

You’ll ensure full compliance with industry regulations and client expectations while fostering a strong culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across all project teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead all aspects of Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality across multiple project sites.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain ISO-certified HSEQ management systems.
  • Conduct audits, inspections, and incident investigations; ensure corrective actions are implemented.
  • Work closely with project teams to ensure safe work practices are embedded during planning and execution.
  • Liaise with clients, principal contractors, and regulatory bodies on HSEQ matters.
  • Deliver training and toolbox talks to promote a proactive safety culture.
  • Track performance through KPIs, reporting, and data analysis to drive improvements.
  • Stay up to date with legislative and industry developments, ensuring company compliance.

Skills & Experience Required

  • Minimum 5+ years' experience in a HSEQ leadership role within the construction or electrical contracting sector.
  • Experience working on large-scale commercial, data centre, infrastructure, or hospital projects highly desirable.
  • Cert IV or Diploma in WHS/OHS (minimum),
  • Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001.
  • Proven ability to influence and drive a positive safety culture across all levels of an organisation.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.

What We Offer

  • Key leadership role on some of Melbourne’s most technical and critical projects.
  • Commitment to a safety-first, team-oriented culture.
  • Competitive salary and long-term career development.
  • Support from a collaborative and experienced management team.

Please contact Aled Lewis - 0466 881 890 or aledl@unifyrecruitment. com. au for further details

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Contact Details:

Unify Recruitment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Health and Safety Manager

HSEQ Management
ISO 45001
ISO 14001
ISO 9001
WHS/OHS Certification
Health and Safety Legislation Knowledge
Auditing Skills