Job Description

• Exposure to Marine, Construction, Hazardous Coatings and Defence remediation projects
• Car allowance provided
• Prior safety Construction experience is essential

Lead the next era of safety, quality and operational excellence across one of Australia’s most recognised Remediation Companies.

Reporting directly to the Eastern States Health and Safety Manager and working closely with the VIC/TAS State Manager and Operations Managers for the region Leadership Team, the HSEQ Lead will lead the development and execution of the States HSEQ strategy across multiple business units.

You will play a critical leadership role in strengthening governance, building capability, driving accountability, and embedding a culture where safety, quality and operational excellence are fundamental to how the business performs.

THE ROLE

• Drive critical risk management, verification and operational assurance activities
• Lead and mentor a team of HSE Advisors.
• Lead audit, incident investigation, corrective action and continuous improvement programs
• Engage with Project Managers, senior leadership, and clients on strategic HSEQ matters.
• Drive meaningful cultural improvement across safety, quality and operational performance
• Provide HSEQ leadership across tenders, project mobilisation and operational activities
• Build capability through coaching, mentoring, training and leadership development

ABOUT YOU

You are an experienced HSEQ leader within the construction, remediation and marine sector.

You are commercially aware, operationally credible, and highly effective at influencing people at all levels of a business.

Most importantly, you are someone who leads from the front, builds trust quickly, and creates environments where people genuinely want to succeed safely and perform at their best.

You are energised by the opportunity to build, improve and influence - not simply maintain the status quo

This role would best suit someone who:

• Wants to lead transformation, not simply maintain compliance
• Sees HSEQ as a driver of culture, operational performance and business success
• Understands operational risk within Marine, Construction, Asset/Building Remediation, and Hazardous Coatings
• Knows how to balance strategic direction with practical field leadership
• Wants the opportunity to build systems, capability and culture that will shape the future of the States.

In addition to this, you will have:

• Leadership experience across safety, quality, environmental and risk functions
• Strong knowledge of HSEQ legislation and compliance frameworks
• A collaborative leadership style focused on people, culture and continuous improvement
• The credibility and resilience to drive change within a fast-paced operational environment
• Experience in Tier 1, mining, marine, concrete/steel is highly regarded.
• Strong background in Risk Management and audit processes.
• Proven ability to identify trends and implement targeted improvement programs.
• Understanding of Quality Management systems.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities.
• Willingness to travel to Tasmania as required.

THE BENEFITS

• Ongoing rewards & recognition programs
• Access to everyday discounts from Australia’s leading retailers with Flare
• Paid parental leave
• Employee referral programs up to $2000
• Salary sacrifice options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Novated lease options
• First Aid and Mental First Aid Support Officers

ABOUT US

The Duratec group of Companies is an ASX listed, solutions–driven business specialising in the protection, remediation, and enhancement of steel and concrete structures. We provide whole-of -life engineering, construction, and maintenance services with a Company focus on sustainably extending the life of the built environment. We’ve been around since 2010 giving us solid foundations and we’re currently on an exciting trajectory of growth.

Operating across Australia we work on projects in Defence, mining, energy, marine, infrastructure, and building and facades. Our reputation for collaboration and successful project delivery has resulted in Australia-wide expansion of the business and we’re dedicated to forming new branches across Australasia.

We have a workforce of approximately 1,200 people across 19 locations spanning every State and Territory in Australia. We have an exciting future ahead and it’s a great time to join the team!