Manager Hse

Managing and coordinating health, safety, and environmental initiatives throughout Vena Energy's Australian operations, this role plays a crucial part in aligning practices with the organisation's Integrated Management System (“IMS”). From managing safety protocols to ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, the position serves as a key driver in upholding Vena Energy's commitment to excellence in HSE standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the implementation of Vena Energy’s IMS, across VEA’s corporate and operational sites. The on-going implementation of the IMS will include training roll out, education, and inductions. 
• Lead HSE strategy, conduct training and education including monitoring the EdApp training and providing support, booking of HSE related external training i.e. Annual First Aid & CPR Refresher, 4WD training, etc. 
• Projects/Site Audits - Review contractor health and safety documentation and benchmark against Vena Energy’s IMS. 
• Lead HSE examinations, manage risk. 
• Ensure all projects comply with government regulations, maintain knowledge of regulations including compliance with Equator Principals, Modern Slavery Act, and where applicable, any Cultural Heritage requirements for project sites. 
• Month end reporting, including the recording of HSE & CSR metrics for sites and offices in Anaplan; and contribution to Lender’s project/construction reports. 
• Coordinate with teams, prepare and update HSE risk assessments, liaise with stakeholders in HSE matters. HSE Meetings (internal and with contractors/site teams) Safety alerts and safety initiatives  National and State safety programs Road Safety, RUOK, etc) .Lunch & Learns 
• Develop and implement emergency response plans and conduct regular Drills, for self-managed O&M sites. 
• Undertake Brisbane office/building Warden training, and participate in all organised Drills and Training.  Liaise with Melbourne office team re the building emergency training. 
• Lead incident investigations (both internal and external - project/contractor), and reporting, ensure compliance with incident reporting requirements. 
• Manage SafetyCulture/iAuditor – review Issues and Incidents, Reporting, Actions, Lessons Learned, Close-out.  Identify any training requirements; process improvements based on incidents and issues reported. 
• Participation in the development and review of Tender documentation, including reviewing and ensuring Technical/Work Specifications address all HSE requirements for the Project and Contract. 
• Oversee the development and performance of the HSE team, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. 
• Prepare annual health and safety budgets aligned with Vena Energy’s global strategy including purchasing of items such as PPE and HSE equipment, SAI Global subscription. 
• Coordination and management of Rewards & Recognition program 
• Coordinate the delivery and review of business continuity plans and business impact analysis for VEA’s corporate office, construction and operational sites. 
• Management of team members in the HSE team including workloads, performance, mentoring and career progression. 

Qualification:

Relevant qualifications in occupational/workplace health and safety 

• Lead auditor qualifications in OHS  
• ICAM 
• First Aid and CPR

Experience:

• 5-10 years of experience in occupational/workplace health and safety 
• Proven experience in HSE management, preferably within the renewable energy, construction, or related industry.

Technical / Professional Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of relevant HSE legislation, regulations, standards, and best practices in Australia. 
• Proven track record of conducting HSE audits, inspections, incident investigations, and risk assessments.

Good to have:

• Electrician/electrical background  
• Experience in the electricity/energy industry and construction sector 

Non-Technical / Soft Skills:

• Good analytical skills and presentation skills 
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to confidently interact with peers, external parties and management. 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. 
• Strong work ethic. 
• Highly organized, methodical and efficient. 
• History of working effectively in a team environment. 
• Ability to work independently to achieve optimal results and manage multiple projects simultaneously 
• Ability and desire to work in a dynamic, fast-growing company environment. 
• Willingness to travel to project.

Perks: 

•   Wellbeing program (VEvolution)– Reimagining employee benefits through the following three (3) pillars: 
  • Flexibility – inflation support allowance that empower employees to spend on benefits according to personal lifestyle needs through the monthly Flexi-Lifestyle Dollars.    
  • Care - Six (6) days of Flexi Family Leave to support employees in their caregiving responsibilities, as well as for important life events such as marriage and birthday. 
  • Mindfulness - Access to MindFi (our EAP partner) platform, for a range of resources, including counselling and guidance on challenges and issues faced.     
• Recognition incentives program (Vena Stars): Recognizing and rewarding our employees through a recognition framework that encourages a culture of appreciation and teamwork. 
• Paid volunteer leave: In supporting employee efforts, we offer two (2) days volunteer leave to encourage our employees to give back to the community. 
• Professional development:We invest in our employees' growth and offer access to online learning resources, as well as opportunities for training and career advancement. 
• Employee engagement: We promote a positive work environment with social events and team-building activities that encourage teamwork and camaraderie. 
• Paid parental leave: We support our employees' families by offering a top-up payment to supplement government-funded parental leave entitlements. 
• Group insurance coverage: We provide insurance coverage for our employees and their families, giving them financial protection and peace of mind. 

Please note that the benefits listed above are subject to the terms and conditions of the company's policies and procedures, which may be subject to change at the employer’s discretion. 

Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further consideration. We appreciate your interest in this role and thank you for taking the time to apply.