HSE Manager - Permanent Full Time - Renewable Energy Projects-266881
HSE Manager - Solar Farm & BESS
FIFO - Mount Isa
UGL is a leader in Australia’s energy transition, delivering large‑scale solar and battery projects end‑to‑end, with 13 utility‑scale solar farms successfully delivered nationwide.
We are seeking an experienced HSE Manager to join our Energy & Industrial business on a full‑time permanent basis, supporting a new renewable energy project in the Mount Isa region. This role will see the successful candidate commence their journey with UGL on the Sybella Creek Solar Farm project, playing a key role from early works through to project completion.
The project builds on UGL’s earlier solar construction work in Mount Isa, successfully completed in 2021. The new scope represents a greenfield extension connecting into an existing live solar farm, creating an engaging mix of new construction and brownfield interfaces.
Why this role
Be part of a new renewable energy project from early works through delivery.
Work with a Tier 1 contractor on a high-profile project.
FIFO role with 10/4 roster.
Gain experience across solar farm construction and a BESS.
Opportunity to work in a tight-knit site team with strong HSE leadership
About the role
The HSE Manager will provide leadership, guidance and strategic direction across all health, safety, environment and quality activities on the Sybella Creek Solar Farm project.
Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be a trusted advisor and key member of the project leadership team, responsible for driving a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with UGL’s HSE Management System, legislative requirements and client expectations.
The role is hands on and site based, combining field presence with governance, coaching and stakeholder engagement
Key responsibilities
Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of UGL’s HSE management systems.
Drive a strong safety culture across project teams, subcontractors and stakeholders.
Provide expert guidance on legislation, standards, risk management and compliance.
Oversee incident reporting, investigations, audits, HSSE documentation and reporting.
Lead and deliver HSSE improvement initiatives, KPIs and mentor site‑based HSE teams.
What we offer
About you
Similar experience as an HSE Manager, preferably within the construction of renewable energy or major infrastructure projects.
Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, or similar.
Sound knowledge of WHS, environmental and workers compensation legislation, and its application on construction sites.
Demonstrated experience implementing and maintaining HSE management systems.
Proven ability to lead investigations, audits and build strong relationships, influencing outcomes and leading by example on site.
About Us
UGL is a respected of end-to-end engineering, construction, operation and maintenance services within various sectors including rail, transport, communications, oil and gas, power, renewables, resources, water and defence. We partner with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies, government agencies, private enterprises, and public institutions. As a member of the CIMIC Group of companies, we value diversity in our team’s backgrounds, ideas, work styles.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to complete a pre-employment medical.
Ref: 266881
Health Safety Security & Environment Manager
Australia-QLD-Brisbane CBD & Inner Suburbs
Full-time
UGL is CIMIC Group's specialist end-to-end engineering, services and operations provider. We have a rich history dating back to 1899 and since then we have grown to be a market leader in many of the sectors in which we operate.
Working with some of the most important companies and governments in Australia and globally, we help to play a role in people’s lives every day.
We keep Australia moving through our transport manufacturing, maintenance and operations offering, and we support the energy sector through our renewables, power generation, resources and transmission operations.
We are helping to shape the country through our major infrastructure projects across Australia and we’re preparing for the future with our new energy, Defence, telecommunications and technology expertise.
We are passionate about our 9000+ people and keeping them safe. We’re experts in what we do, and our in-house engineering team ensures we can provide a true end-to-end outcome for our customers.
With projects, operations and offices throughout the country, our footprint means we are involved in communities across Australia, providing expertise for our customers and employment and career opportunities for all Australians.
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