" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eHSEQ Director | Perth\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15616\"\u003e Commercial Construction \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15617\"\u003e Health Safety \u0026amp; Environment \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15618\"\u003e Perth \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15619\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 26/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eOwn HSEQ on a landmark project, helping shape WA\u0026#39;s built environment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead a team of safety, environmental \u0026amp; quality professionals across the project.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoin a global Tier 1 contractor with a long-standing Australian presence.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eOur client is a global Tier 1 construction group with a strong and growing presence in Australia. Its international portfolio spans complex building projects and large-scale infrastructure across transport, energy and water. Safety, sustainability, inclusion and developing the next generation of engineers are core priorities.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We are seeking a senior HSEQ Director to lead health, safety, environment and quality on a major building project in Perth. You will report to the Project Director and sit on the project leadership team. You will be the senior authority on HSEQ, setting the standard for compliance and performance across the project. The project is well underway and due to complete later this decade.\u003cbr\u003e You will lead a well-resourced HSEQ team spanning safety, environment and quality, with dedicated quality resources on each site.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop, implement and maintain the project\u0026rsquo;s HSE Management Plan and site safety strategies, in line with legislation, standards, client requirements and corporate policy.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAct as senior safety advisor to the Project Director and leadership team, championing a proactive, leadership-driven safety culture on site.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead and develop the HSEQ team, fostering accountability across project and contractor leadership.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead incident investigations and root cause analysis, and make sure corrective actions are implemented and closed out.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRun a program of audits, inspections and risk assessments across the project.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide independent assurance to the Project Director and leadership team on the effectiveness of HSEQ systems, controls and risk management.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEstablish governance processes so critical HSEQ risks are identified, reviewed and managed through every phase of delivery.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReport on HSEQ performance, critical risks and emerging issues to project governance forums, executive management and client representatives.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOversee delivery of the Environmental Management Plan, including permits, approvals, monitoring, reporting and environmental risk mitigation.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead the project\u0026rsquo;s Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001, building quality objectives into planning and delivery.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMonitor subcontractor and supplier HSEQ and quality performance.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork closely with construction and industrial relations teams to build positive engagement with unions and workforce representatives, and resolve safety issues before they disrupt delivery.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDrive continuous improvement and lessons learned across the project.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEngage with client representatives, subcontractors, industry groups, unions, state and federal regulators, and the corporate HSEQ team.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey Qualifications\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBachelor\u0026rsquo;s degree (or equivalent) in Health and Safety or a related discipline.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e15+ years as an HSEQ practitioner, including senior leadership roles in construction, heavy industry or other high-risk environments.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven delivery on large-scale construction projects. Building experience is strongly preferred, and technically complex or technology-driven projects are highly regarded.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated experience leading and developing large multi-disciplinary HSEQ teams.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong background in project HSEQ system implementation and audit management.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent relationship-building skills with clients, senior leaders, subcontractors and regulators.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA genuine, hands-on commitment to site safety.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e For further information or to discuss this opportunity, please contact \u003cstrong\u003eSara Salomone\u003c/strong\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003eFinesse Consulting\u003c/strong\u003e on \u003cstrong\u003e0412 834 911\u003c/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003esara@finesseconsulting.com.au\u003c/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e Please also include \u003cstrong\u003eChalene Bisda \u003c/strong\u003eat\u003cstrong\u003e chalene@finesseconsulting.com.au\u003c/strong\u003e in any email correspondence. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4481379\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "