HSE Operations Manager

4 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia UGL Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Your career with UGL can be diverse, challenging and rewarding.

When you join UGL, you will collaborate with some of the Australias most talented experts to help shape the nation. With opportunities to work on large-scale projects from start to finish, you will have the space to grow your skills, pursue your passion, and be supported in creating a career journey that aligns with your aspirations and lifestyle.

UGL Utilities Operations & Maintenance
business is a trusted provider of essential services across power, water, and gas sectors. With a strong reputation and long-standing contracts in power distribution, transmission, and water operations and maintenance, we are poised for significant growth. A new position has arisen for a HSE Operations Manager to be responsible and accountable for providing direction and support for all health and safety matters for utilities programs and projects Australia wide.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the GM of Utilities Operations and Maintenance and as senior member of the leadership team, the HSE Operations Manager is focused on the provision of advice and support to the line of business, with a strong focus on driving improvements in health and safety and environmental performance by leveraging UGL's HSE Strategy, HSE Management System, Assurance Program, and One HSE Culture Program.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the development and implementation of the HSEQ strategy in alignment with the overall Utilities Operations and Maintenance business strategy.
  • Attract, lead, and coach a team of HSE professionals.
  • Actively engage the leadership and site/project teams to discuss how HSE outcomes are being achieved and assist with addressing gaps where identified.
  • Monitor and report on achievement of HSE KPIs for the business working with the leadership team to address any identified deficiencies.
  • Monitor alignment with legal and client obligations, providing advice to the leadership team and sites/projects on changes or emerging trends that could impact the successful delivery of work.
  • Respond to business development opportunities, including involvement in tender responses and gate processes to embed HSE expectations early in the project lifecycle.

Ideal attributes

The following Ideal attributes are highly desired, but if you do not tick all the boxes, you could still be a great fit. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

  • Degree qualified in HSE, or related field
  • Minimum 10 years' experience in HSE management in a high-risk industry, and experience in leading a HSE team
  • Lead Auditor qualification, or equivalent.
  • Incident investigation trained to a senior level (preferably ICAM) and/or experience in leading significant incident investigations.
  • Preference for thorough knowledge of AS 4801, ISO 9001 / 14001, ISO 31000 Federal Safety Commissioner (FSC) requirements.
  • Demonstrated capability in implementing HSE improvement programs/strategies.
  • Solid Influencing skills and the ability to achieve outcomes in an environment of managing complex stakeholder relationships, including key business partners.

Next Steps

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As part of the recruitment process, there are several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate the suitability of an applicant for a role including criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, right to work checks, and reference checks.

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Why Join UGL?

  • Flexible work options
  • Discounts with major retailers
  • Private health insurance offers, wellness program and discounts
  • Leadership & Mentoring Programs
  • Education assistance
  • Salary continuance insurance and Novated car leasing
  • 16 weeks of primary carer leave, and 3 weeks partner leave
  • 9000 employees. 20,000 + development activities for employees each year.

Diversity & Inclusion at UGL

We embrace diversity and are committed to a supportive, inclusive workplace. Our initiatives include:

  • Pay equity and eco-friendly practices.
  • Community support and charitable causes
  • Female leadership, sponsorship, and inclusion programs
  • Empowering programs for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Australians

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and abilities. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know during the recruitment process.



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