HSE Superintendent

Job no: 493237

Work type: Fixed Term

Location: Perth

Categories: Health, Safety, Environment & Quality

ABOUT US

Ertech is a proudly employee-owned Australian civil and electrical construction company, delivering high-quality services across the Transport, Infrastructure, Resources, and Defence sectors. We partner with clients in both the public and private sectors, including state and federal governments. Since our humble beginnings in 1981, we've built a strong reputation for the quality of our work and the long-term relationships we foster — all driven by our core values of collaboration, courage, and authenticity.

ABOUT BARROW ISLAND

Barrow Island is located around 60 kilometres from the mainland and approximately 139 kilometres west of the Port of Dampier. It's also home to Chevron's Gorgon Project and WA Oil operations. It is the largest oil field discovered in Western Australia. Ertech has been a major service provider to Chevron Australia's Gorgon Project for over 10 years.

Barrow Island provides excellent on-site accommodation including meal services, as well as gym facilities (mixed and separate gyms available for men & women with a variety of fitness classes to choose from), sporting facilities including a football field, golf simulator, bike hire, 2 swimming pools, basketball court, tennis court and a cricket pitch

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are currently recruiting for an experienced HSE Superintendent to join our Resources team supporting the long-term Civil and Electrical Construction scopes at Barrow Island on a 12 month Fixed-Term basis.

As the HSE Superintendent, you will be responsible for ensuring Ertech's Business Manager/HSEQ Systems is compliant with current legislation, standards, codes of practice and company systems.

Other key responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Advise the Company and projects on HSE matters to ensure works are conducted in a safe and efficient manner, utilising resources available and making recommendations where gaps are identified.
• Liaise with the engineering, safety, environmental and workshop staff to ensure the best for project goals are known and achieved.
• Support projects, providing input at start-up and other support where required.
• Identifies issues proactively and persistently, seeks out information that may affect the project, and responds to new opportunities. Communicate issues to the Project Manager, Operations Manager and HSEQ Manager where relevant and proposes solutions.
• Works closely with key client stakeholders, proactively manages their expectations, and constantly tries to improve relationships.
• Leads the creation of a safe working environment through the mentoring and coaching of project staff in Safety Leadership.

To be successful, you will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• 10+ years of experience within the Oil & Gas industry, with a comprehensive understanding of industry standards, legislation, and codes of practice.
• Holds relevant HSE qualifications, Senior First Aid, and CPR certification.
• Cert IV in Leadership & Management and Cert IV in Training & Assessment.
• Proficient in work area planning, scheduling, and program management.
• Highly developed interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Accredited Internal and Lead Auditor across Integrated Management Systems, including OHS, Quality, and Environment.

WHY JOIN ERTECH?

At Ertech, we're committed to investing in our people and creating a workplace where you can thrive. Here's what you can look forward to:

• Competitive remuneration, including site uplift
• Family-friendly 2:2 roster – promoting work-life balance.
• Supportive, team-oriented culture where collaboration and respect are valued
• Play a key role in shaping the growth and success of our projects
• Career development and progression opportunities, annual performance development plans.
• Access to great benefits, including:
• Discounted Private Health Insurance (HBF & Medibank)
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Novated leasing options through Paywise
• Service recognition and milestone rewards
• Employee Referral Program incentives

OUR CULTURE

At Ertech, our people are fundamental to our success. We're focused on creating an inclusive workplace, with the right people in the right roles, who are engaged, empowered, and appropriately rewarded. Ertech will provide you with the chance to be a part of great team, meet new people and gain experience with an industry leader who puts safety first.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of all people and actively encourage applications from First Nations peoples, all genders, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ community members, and veterans of the Australian Defence Force.

Ertech is a proud Veteran Employment supporter. We recognise the valuable skills and leadership that veterans bring to our industry and welcome their applications at all levels of the business. Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply and bring your strengths to our team.

HOW TO APPLY

This is an incredible opportunity If you are looking for a position in an environment in which you can flourish whilst building your career, there is no better time to join the Ertech Team than now

• Please note: This role is being sourced through Ertech directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.

Advertised: 21 Oct 2025 W. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 21 Nov 2025 W. Australia Standard Time