Senior HSE Advisor

About the Opportunity

As the Senior HSE Advisor for Austal Defence Australia (ADA) you’ll be responsible for carrying out a key role in the implementation and governance of management system requirements for key business activities. The Senior HSE Advisor reporting directly to the HSE Manager - ADA will provide a resource in Austal Defence Australia with sound and accurate management system knowledge and information to advise on and support the development, implementation and improvement of the ADA Program. Alongside this, the Senior HSE Advisor will be responsible for business reporting activities, ensuring system control of data and accuracy of report disclosures, and assurance activities to ensure compliance with HSE and contractual requirements.

About Austal

Austal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor, and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.

Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.

Learn more at austal.com/ssa

This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

What’s Involved

• Provide a key HSE resource to Austal Defence Australia (ADA).
• Lead and Coordinate HS&E Reporting.
• Undertake day-to-day HSE activities, supporting the implementation of HSE Objectives.
• Leadership and facilitation of a Continuous Improvement of Health, Safety and Environment culture.
• Conduct assurance activities on both ADA and our suppliers to verify health, safety and environmental requirements are being maintained.
• Support stakeholders in key decision-making activities and provide guidance in HSE matters.
• Communicating and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the business.

You’ll Need

Essential

• Tertiary or equivalent qualification in WHS and Environmental Management
• Minimum 5 years’ role as HSE Advisor or equivalent in high-risk environments
• Minimum 5 years’ experience leading high severity investigations.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience conducting internal management system audits.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience developing WHS and Environmental Management Plans.
• Experience in use of data collection, analysis and reporting programs.  
• Strong report writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, influence, and negotiation skills.
• Experience in coaching and mentoring.
• In-depth knowledge of the relevant legislation, applicable standards and best practice HSE approaches.

Desirable

• Tertiary qualification in Management/Leadership.
• Tertiary qualification in Project Management.
• Experience in ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 audits.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment.
• Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.

At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.

Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia