HSE Manager

Location: melbourne
Job Type: temporary
Salary: Competitive Hourly Rate
Contact: Aimee Walsh
About the Company

Partnering with a well-known Australian food manufacturer, this organisation has built a reputation for quality, consistency and innovation across their core product range. They are currently seeking an experienced HSE Manager for a temporary contract (3-4 months) based at their manufacturing facility in Melbourne's Western suburbs. This hands-on role will be responsible for maintaining health, safety, and environmental standards on site, supporting both day-to-day operations and contractor management during a busy period.

About the Role
You will be responsible for upholding and driving best-practice health, safety, and environmental standards across the site. It’s a hands-on position that will see you working closely with both internal teams and external contractors, ensuring compliance, managing risk, and supporting day-to-day site operations during a period of increased project and production activity. This role requires someone who is confident, solutions-focused, and able to take ownership of HSE responsibilities with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities include:
  • Oversee site health and safety practices, ensuring compliance with OH&S legislation
  • Conduct inductions, toolbox talks, and training sessions for staff and contractors
  • Monitor and manage documentation including SWMS, permits, and incident reports
  • Carry out site inspections and audits, identifying and addressing hazards
  • Support contractor management, ensuring pre-qualification and onboarding requirements are met
  • Promote a strong safety culture and support continuous improvement initiatives
  • Assist with investigations and corrective actions if incidents occur
About You
  • Previous experience in a similar HSE role within manufacturing, industrial, or related sectors
  • Solid understanding of OH&S regulations and site safety procedures
  • Confident working with contractors and influencing safety behaviours on site
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Available for an immediate start and open to short-term contract work
What's on Offer
  • A hands-on, impactful role within a well-established manufacturing environment
  • Immediate start with a competitive hourly rate
  • Opportunity to step into a leadership role during a key period of operational activity
  • Exposure to contractor management and a variety of site-based safety initiatives

If you're an experienced HSE professional ready to step into a fast-paced site and make an immediate impact, I'd like to hear from you.


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