People and Safety Manager

• Permanent, full-time position
• Geelong office (onsite)
• Autonomy and leadership
• Competitive salary

Established in 1922, Brockman designs and constructs bulk liquid storage tanks and piping networks. Our engineering, manufacturing and construction capabilities make us a single-source solution for our customers in the water, petrochemical, and mining industries.

Over one hundred years of experience, combined with our mission and values, make us a leading company in the bulk liquid storage and pressure pipework sector in Australia.

Our commitment to our employees, clients and suppliers are central to our success. We bring our absolute best to everything we do.

About the position

The People and Safety Manager is a member of the Management Team and has responsibility for all HR and HSE processes and practices within the Company including employee and industrial relations, recruitment, development, performance, compliance with workplace legislation, and health, safety and environmental performance. The role and influence of the position is wide and varied and is supported by the HR & HSE Administrator and HSE Specialist.

Key responsibilities will include:

Human Resources:

• Lead HR operations, planning and growth initiatives.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and retention programs.
• Provide guidance and support to managers on performance, employee relations and engagement.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, ensuring compliance with Australian legislation and industry best practice.
• Oversee performance management and employee development programs.
• Support broader company strategy and operations.
• Contribute to industrial relations and EBA processes.

Health & Safety

• Lead the company's HSE function, ensuring compliance with Australian legislation, standards, and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement of HSE systems, policies, and frameworks to foster a proactive safety culture.
• Coach and build capability across all levels of the business through effective training and engagement.
• Oversee and mentor the HSE team, providing strategic direction and operational support.
• Conduct and coordinate HSE audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations, ensuring preventive measures are implemented.
• Advise senior leadership on HSE performance, risks, and opportunities, including reporting and regulatory updates.
• Support tendering activities through the provision of accurate HSE documentation and performance data.

For further information regarding the position, please refer to the attached position description. Confidential queries can be directed to James Morris, Finance Manager, on

About You

To best support your growth and ours, we're looking for candidates who possess:

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Tertiary qualifications in HSE, project management, engineering, or construction
• Current working knowledge of Australian employment legislation, awards, and enterprise agreements.
• Proven experience in Human Resources, ideally within a unionised, multi-site environment.
• Preferred 5 years experience in heavy industry (construction, petrochemical, mining) or 1 - 5 years experience in manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated capability in employee relations and industrial relations, including interpreting and applying enterprise agreements and awards.
• Trained in Management System Auditing.
• Root Cause Analysis Facilitator (ICAM)
• Experience developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and systems.
• High level of resilience and drive to support the ongoing change and development of the Company.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach.
• Ability to balance hands-on operational HR work whilst driving strategic change.
• High level of computer literacy, including experience creating efficiencies and advancing systems and technology.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to influence and coach.

This position will require a current National Police Check (no more than 6 months old), a current driver's licence, and evidence of right to work in Australia.

Application process

Please include a tailored cover letter and resume in your application.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 10.00am MONDAY 27 OCTOBER 2025

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and the advertisement may close sooner than stated.

Whilst we appreciate the interest recruitment agencies may have, we are not accepting applications from agencies for this position.