On behalf of our client, a global oil & gas operator, we are seeking a Lead HSE specialist to join an offshore module testing project based in Dampier, Western Australia. This 6 month contract role will provide oversight of site safety culture, ensure regulatory and drive continuous improvement in HSE performance, and facilitate coordination among contractors, operations, and management to maintain a safe, compliant work environment.

Description

• Lead, coordinate and deliver HSE inductions for all personnel (offshore and OSS) arriving on the Dampier site
• Act as the primary on‑site HSE focal point for all safety, health, and environmental matters during module receipt testing offshore
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety walk‑downs to ensure compliance with site procedures, guidelines, legislation, and internal HSE standards
• Identify hazards, lead risk assessments (JSA / TRA / other), ensure control measures are implemented and monitored
• Investigate all accidents, incidents, near‑misses and non‑conformances; ensure root‑cause analysis and enforce corrective / preventive actions and lessons learned follow‑through
• Maintain, review and update HSE documentation (policies, procedures, work permits, safety alerts, manuals) ensuring availability and applicability onsite
• Monitor and track HSE KPIs and safety trends; produce and present regular reports to management to drive improvement

Profile

• Proven track record working in offshore environments, ideally in site testing, module handling or similar operations
• Hands‑on experience with working at height, elevated work platforms, temporary elevated structures, and adherence to applicable regulations
• Strong investigative skills, able to carry out root cause analysis of accidents/incidents, non‑conformances, and follow up corrective actions
• Good competence in inspections, audits, documentation management, and use of HSE management systems / portals
• Excellent communication skills - able to engage and influence across contractors, operations teams, clients, and senior leadership

Job Offer

• Excellent negotiable day rate!
• Salary sacrificing
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate discounts

About Brunel

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Rhitu Tripathi, r.tripathi@brunel.net