Talent International, a leading Australian recruitment firm, have been engaged by our long-standing client, a leading ASX-listed manufacturer, to support a critical hire within one of their capital projects. We are seeking an experienced HS&E Coordinator to support a major, long-term infrastructure program.
Role Title: HS&E Coordinator - Major Infrastructure Projects
Contract Length: Initial 12-month contract (strong likelihood of extension - long-term program through to 2033)
Location + WFH Flexibility: Port Kembla / South Coast, NSW This is a 100% site-based role (early starts required).
Hourly Pay: Up to $110 an hour including super
Start Date: ASAP
Role Details:
Provide hands-on Health, Safety & Environment leadership across a complex, contractor-heavy construction environment.
Lead HS&E governance, compliance, and assurance across high-risk civil and infrastructure works.
Deliver and manage site inductions (early starts from approx. 6-7am).
Review, assess, and approve HS&E documentation including SWMS, JSEAs, high-risk construction documentation, and contractor safety submissions.
Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and assurance activities.
Partner closely with construction, engineering, and project controls teams to proactively manage risk.
Support incident reporting, investigations, corrective actions, and HS&E performance reporting.
Monitor application of governance systems and identify improvement opportunities.
Mentor and support other HS&E professionals and contractors to uplift safety capability and culture.
Maintain a strong, visible site presence and engage daily with contractors and site leadership.
Required Skills and Experience (Non-Negotiable):
Strong construction background, ideally civil, heavy civil, infrastructure, industrial or mining.
7+ years' experience in senior, hands-on HS&E / WHS roles (not junior or purely advisory).
Formal WHS qualification - Cert IV minimum (Diploma or Graduate Diploma highly regarded).
Proven experience across broader WHS governance, not limited to construction only.
100% site-based experience and genuinely comfortable working on site full-time.
Experience working on large, long-term projects with multiple contractors.
Strong working knowledge of Australian WHS legislation and its practical application.
Demonstrated experience reviewing and approving:
SWMS
JSEAs
High-risk construction documentation
Contractor safety submissions
Hands-on experience with:
Audits and inspections
Incident investigation and reporting
HS&E metrics, KPIs, and reporting
Comfortable working in early-start environments (6-7am site starts).
Highly Desirable Experience:
Major infrastructure programs (ports, steelworks, industrial facilities, transport, heavy civils).
Experience engaging with regulators (SafeWork, EPA).
Exposure to environmental compliance, including EMPs, approvals, and environmental controls.
Experience mentoring or supporting less experienced HS&E professionals.
Strong background working in contractor-heavy environments.
Proven stakeholder management across:
Construction teams
Project controls
Engineering
Client-side leadership
Culture & Soft Skills (Critical to Success):
Collaborative, people-first approach - not a "clipboard cop".
Able to influence without formal authority.
Comfortable working shoulder-to-shoulder with construction teams.
Calm, pragmatic, and solutions-focused.
Confident coaching, mentoring, and uplifting others.
Able to balance strong governance with practical delivery.
Resilient and confident operating in a large, complex project environment.
Practical & Logistical Fit:
Ideally local to Port Kembla / Wollongong / South Coast.
Available to start ASAP.
Comfortable with an initial 12-month contract with strong extension potential.
To Apply:
If this sounds like your next opportunity or you would like to hear more, please apply now and submit your resume.