HSEQ Facilitator/Manager

Summary about this job

Detail information about job HSEQ Facilitator/Manager. Terms and conditions vacancy

• The right mix of diverse projects and local expertise
• High probability of ongoing employment
• Flexible working arrangements.

Hunter H2O is looking for a positive, motivated and experienced person to lead a HSEQ project. The initial project will be for 6-8 months however there is a high probability of ongoing employment. The role can be flexible to suit the right candidate as long as the activities are completed to schedule.        

Key Responsibilities

• This role is to manage and lead the health, safety, environmental and quality (HSEQ) initiatives and development for Hunter H2O.
• The candidate will be responsible for implementing and coordinating HSEQ activities across the organisation. Activities include system developments identified from internal/external audits, updates based on legislative and code changes, new initiatives from strategic plan and industry best practices.
• Advise executive leadership about responsibilities and updates to the HSEQ system where changes to the Acts and Codes impact the organisation.
• Report monthly to the executive management team on WHS statistics and status of the development activities.
• Lead the audits to maintain certification against AS 4801, IOS 9001 and ISO 14001 and ensure ongoing compliance and continuous improvement.
• Lead, facilitate and provide guidance on WHS, Environmental and Quality matters to the internal committee.
• Prepare and deliver appropriate training and education materials including induction materials, forms, templates and system updates to all employees.
• Ensure hazards and unsafe workplace conditions and work practices are identified, reported and are being acted on. Monitor corrective actions to ensure risks are eliminated, isolated or minimised and the various registers are updated.
• Lead the investigation of accidents, incidents, near misses and unsafe working conditions including reporting of identified hazards and appropriate risk control measures to the executive team.
• Assist in compliance processes related to visitors and any usage of contractors.
• Ensure each facility has adequate fire protection equipment and there are current trained wardens. Coordinate the activities of the First Aiders to ensure there is adequate coverage and their training is appropriate and current. Ensure there are first aid kits and other equipment available, that they are complete and current.

Skills

• Tertiary qualification in WHS
• Qualifications in project management is desired
• Project Management Office (PMO) experience  
• Relevant industry experience as a HSEQ manager/advisor that is transferable to the water and wastewater industry
• A strong understanding and working knowledge of HSE legislation, Australian Standards and Codes of Practice
• A strong understanding of Quality and Project Management systems
• Strong communications and leadership skills 
• Experience with facilitation and training (Formal Training & Assessment qualifications desirable)
• Experience with incident investigations  

A little about us
Unique in Australia, Hunter H2O draws on decades of frontline experience in water industry management, operations, design and construction support services to deliver highly practical, proven solutions to any water challenge.

Our broad operational heritage, adaptive and responsive business management structure is what sets our 100-strong team apart from the rest. This is the chance to get in at the ground level of a small but growing specialist team that is punching above its weight in the industry frontline.  Our projects are uniquely focused on municipal wastewater and water treatment projects ranging from planning and feasibility studies through to detailed design, commissioning and operations support in the Australia-Pacific region.

What We Offer
Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing:

• Mentoring for your own development
• Incentive payments and access to the Employee Share Ownership Program for high achieving employees
• Participate in learning and talent development programs including global programs, online learning and on-the-job learning
• Corporate fitness membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible working arrangements.

Your application
Your attention to detail will expedite you through our application process.  You will provide clear evidence to the following role specific criteria to solidify your opportunity and advance through to interview stage.

• One single A4 Page: Cover letter explaining why you would like to join us, highlighting your relevant skills and experience and what you will bring to our team.
• One single A4 Page: Experience Referee Details (Name, phone number, email and relationship) of three recent, relevant employers whom can attest to your previous experience

Curriculum Vitae: Express your interest by clicking on the 'apply now' button and all applications will be treated in strict confidence. For enquiries contact Shane Bullen. Applications close 1/8/2018.