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Liebherr Australia is seeking a highly experienced HSE Manager – East to lead our Health, Safety, Environment, and Sustainability strategy across operations. This senior role is pivotal in shaping our safety culture, driving compliance, and delivering sustainable business outcomes in a high-risk industry. We have been planning for massive company growth, and it starts NOW

The year 2025 marks an exciting phase of expansion for our HSE Team. We are looking for a highly experienced HSE Manager to oversee our East region and join our team based in Brisbane or Sydney.

About the Role

Reporting to the General Manager HSE, you will:

Lead a team of 3–5, to drive safety strategy and operational execution. You will partner with divisional General Manager HSES, divisional managers (MIN, EMT, LAC, MCC, LBC), internal/external customers, HSE and Sales & Marketing teams to embed strong HSE practices and ensure ISO45001 compliance. Acting as a safety expert, you will influence senior leadership, engage with regulators, and support commercial activities with HSE expertise.

This role requires a balance of strategic vision, leadership influence, and practical problem-solving in a dynamic, high-risk industry.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

Develop, implement, and oversee Liebherr's national HSES strategy.

Coach and mentor leaders to strengthen HSE accountability and capability at all levels.

Lead and conduct ICAM investigations for significant incidents and ensure corrective actions are completed.

Manage ISO45001 certification and maintain compliance with legislation and company systems.

Develop and deliver HSE training and onboarding for managers and staff.

Oversee audits, inspections, and management reviews, ensuring timely follow-ups.

Analyse safety data, identify trends, and provide recommendations for improvement.

Support sales and marketing teams by embedding HSE into customer tenders and collateral.

Manage return-to-work programs and employee wellbeing initiatives.

Liaise with regulators, auditors, and key external stakeholders.

Proactively identify hazards, risks, and opportunities to continuously improve HSE performance.

Why Join Us?

At Liebherr, safety is more than compliance – it's a value. We:

Foster a culture of collaboration, trust, and accountability.

Empower our leaders and teams with continuous learning and development.

Lead in sustainable practices within heavy equipment and high-risk industries.

Offer opportunities for career growth within a respected global organisation.

Please apply using the link below.

For any enquiries, contact Shruti Sharma – Talent Acquisition Advisor.

Please note, interviews may begin prior to the closing date. We thank all applicants for their interest.

No agencies or third-party applications, please.

Salary match Number of applicants Skills match

Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics 1,001-5,000 employees

Liebherr is a global family-owned company known for its innovation and cutting-edge technology. While it's one of the largest construction equipment manufacturers in the world, Liebherr's reach extends far beyond, offering high-quality products and services across various industries.

Liebherr-Australia began in 1981, establishing its head office on a 20-hectare site in Adelaide, South Australia. With over 1,700 employees and 14 branches across Australia and New Zealand, we offer support for mining and earthmoving equipment, mobile and crawler cranes, offshore cranes, tower cranes, deep foundation machines, and components.

Liebherr is a global family-owned company known for its innovation and cutting-edge technology. While it's one of the largest construction equipment manufacturers in the world, Liebherr's reach extends far beyond, offering high-quality products and services across various industries.

Liebherr-Australia began in 1981, establishing its head office on a 20-hectare site in Adelaide, South Australia. With over 1,700 employees and 14 branches across Australia and New Zealand, we offer support for mining and earthmoving equipment, mobile and crawler cranes, offshore cranes, tower cranes, deep foundation machines, and components.

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