National HSSE Manager

Main Purpose:

Puma Energy Bitumen has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and forward-thinking HSSE leader to shape the future of safety across our Australian operations.

National HSSE Manager will lead the development and implementation of the HSSE strategy for the Australian business, ensuring alignment with global and regional objectives. This is a highly visible leadership role with direct influence over operational performance, risk management, and safety culture across six terminals nationwide

Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the development and delivery of the Australia HSSE Strategy, driving performance improvement and embedding a proactive safety culture.
• Partner with the Australian Senior Leadership Team to integrate HSSE into business planning, operations, and investment decisions.
• Provide coaching and direction to HSSE professionals and operational leaders, ensuring consistent standards and capability development across all sites.
• Oversee national HSSE compliance and assurance programs, including audits, incident investigations, and regulatory engagement.
• Support the design and execution of critical risk management, emergency response, and business continuity programs.
• Monitor and analyse HSSE performance data to identify emerging trends, develop improvement plans, and influence leadership decision-making.
• Collaborate with regional and global HSSE teams to align systems, share learning, and contribute to broader strategic initiatives.
• Represent the Australian business in regulator and industry forums to strengthen compliance and operational reputation.

Our ideal candidate will be an inspiring and credible HSSE professional who combines technical depth with strong leadership and stakeholder influence. They are motivated by improving systems, developing people, and achieving tangible results through collaboration and trust. They will bring:

• 10+ years' HSSE leadership experience in high-risk industries (Oil & Gas, Terminals, Manufacturing, or Construction).
• Bachelor's or Post Graduate degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or equivalent discipline (postgraduate preferred).
• Proven ability to manage national HSSE programs and drive cultural and behavioural improvement.
• Strong understanding of Australian WHS and environmental legislation, Dangerous Goods (AS1940), and ISO standards (45001, 14001,
• Demonstrated experience in risk management, process safety, and regulatory engagement.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and engage diverse teams.
• Capability to travel nationally as required (approx. 60%).
• Capability to travel nationally as required (approx. 50–60%).

As a preference, you will have:

• Experience in Laboratory Health & Safety Management Systems
• Experience supporting workers' compensation claims management and return to work management.
• Working knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM).
• Exposure to sustainability and ESG-related initiatives.
• Knowledge of the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road & Rail (ADG) Code.

About Us:

We are Puma Energy Bitumen Australia, part of Puma Energy International, a rapidly expanding global company operating in over 38 countries across six continents.

Part of the Trafigura Group, Puma Energy is a global energy business that safely provides energy across six continents. Our downstream businesses include fuels, aviation, lubricants, and bitumen.

At Puma Energy Bitumen Australia, we specialise in the development, production and supply of bituminous binders for the Australian road maintenance and construction industry. We work closely with our local and international customers to create products that perform under some of the most diverse and demanding road conditions. This is attributable to a combination of our unique product technology, comprehensive quality assurance programs, operations efficiency and sophisticated production processes, all supported by highly skilled and experienced staff.

Puma Energy is committed to safe workplaces, and as such Drug, and Alcohol Testing forms part of the selection process. The successful applicant will be asked to provide verification of legal working rights in Australia.

Key Relationships and Department Overview:

Internal & External stekaholders