Superintendent HSE

Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.

Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.

Civmec is proud to be delivering the Concrete and Field Erect Tanks Package for the Iluka Rare Earth Refinery—Australia's first fully integrated rare earths facility and a cornerstone of the nation's critical minerals strategy. With construction already underway, this civil scope includes excavation, formwork, reinforcement, final trim, and backfill. As the project gains momentum, we're now seeking an experienced HSE Superintendent to take the lead in driving safety excellence across the project.

This role is based at the Iluka Rare Earth Refinery site in Eneabba, approximately 274km north of Perth, Western Australia.

We offer a 2:1 DIDO roster, providing a balanced schedule that supports both productivity and personal wellbeing. All transportation to and from site is provided via Perth Airport.

As HSE Superintendent, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping and maintaining a culture of safety excellence across the project.

Your main duties will include:

• Establishing and implementing a compliant HSE Management System tailored to the project scope
• Auditing and inspecting site-specific HSE systems to ensure ongoing compliance and effectiveness
• Designing and rolling out new HSE initiatives that drive continuous improvement
• Compiling and distributing HSE reports, including incident investigations and trend analyses
• Communicating HSE requirements clearly across project and corporate teams
• Supporting risk identification and mitigation processes to ensure all activities are reduced to ALARP (As Low as Reasonably Practicable)
• Leading incident investigations and delivering findings to project and management teams for action and learning

KPIs

• Submit monthly HSE reports within 5 days of month-end
• Conduct comprehensive monthly HSE audits across the site
• Ensure all HSE-related actions are closed out within 30 days
• Actively promote HSE initiatives and foster awareness among site personnel
• Perform additional duties as required to meet evolving project needs

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) or Work Health & Safety (WHS)
• Certification in ICAM or Taproot incident investigation methodologies
• At least 10 years' experience in a similar HSE leadership role on remote construction or mining sites
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Hands-on experience with HSE databases and reporting systems
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders
• Proven experience conducting and leading incident investigations
• Demonstrated ability to manage and mentor teams effectively

At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a 'Never Assume' culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that's why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally. Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile. Our staff benefits scheme gives you access to accident and sickness insurance, and a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle discounts.   

Please click the "apply" link to start your application. We look forward to starting the pathway to your career with Civmec.

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Civmec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply. We respectfully request no agency submissions.

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