HSEQ Lead

Location: Preston, Victoria (Onsite)

Job Type: HSEQ Lead

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Start Date: ASAP

About the Company

Join a respected leader in packaging solutions committed to delivering exceptional Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality standards across its sites. The company is focused on continuous improvement and sustainability, operating with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications and embedding a strong safety culture throughout its operations. Based in Preston with multiple local and interstate sites, the business offers a collaborative work environment and strong leadership support.

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive HSEQ Lead to partner closely with the Plant Manager at Preston and the Group Head of HSEQ to lead and implement robust Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality policies and procedures. You will be pivotal in driving zero harm objectives, maintaining ISO certifications, managing safety systems, and developing comprehensive training programs. This role includes managing the site's Return to Work program and mentoring a direct report – the HSEQ Assurance Officer.

This is a hands-on leadership position with a strong focus on continuous improvement, compliance, and cultivating a culture of safety and quality excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate health, safety, environmental, and quality initiatives aligned with NCI's vision of zero harm
• Investigate incidents, manage hazard identification, risk assessments, and emergency preparedness
• Manage site compliance including first aid registers, training, and return to work coordination
• Maintain ISO 9001 (Quality) and ISO Environment) certifications and manage audit programs
• Develop and deliver training programs to ensure employee compliance and awareness
• Mentor and conduct performance reviews for the HSEQ Assurance Officer
• Monitor and report on safety, environmental, and quality KPIs
• Engage with employees, regulators, and leadership to drive continuous improvements
• Travel locally and interstate as required to support other sites

Key Requirements

• Cert IV qualifications in Health and Safety Management, Quality Assurance, and Training & Assessment
• Lead Auditor certification in Health, Safety, Food Safety, and Environment
• Strong knowledge of safety risk assessments, relevant legislation (EPA, Worksafe), and regulatory compliance
• Experience with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 accreditation management
• Skilled in incident investigations, Return to Work coordination, and safety system management
• Computer literate with strong MS Office skills
• Excellent communication, influencing, presentation, and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated empathy and teamwork in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Must have full Work Rights and willing to undergo an Australian
  
  Police Check

Bonus Points For:

• Previous experience in LEAN manufacturing environments
• Background in workers' compensation and rehabilitation management
• Experience leading safety committees and continuous improvement projects

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
• Superannuation and all entitlements in line with Australian legislation
• Supportive team culture focused on safety and collaboration
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Dynamic workplace with a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental excellence

If you're ready to take a leadership role that makes a real impact on workplace safety, environment, and quality, apply today 

At Sirius People, we advocate for the progression and equity of people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, diverse cultural backgrounds, disabilities and gender identities. Therefore, we strongly encourage you to apply.