The HSE Manager will lead health, safety and environmental performance on a major renewable-energy construction project in Victoria. Responsibilities typically include implementing project HSE plans, ensuring compliance with Australian legislation and client requirements, conducting inspections and audits, managing risk assessments and incident investigations, monitoring environmental controls, and coaching site teams and subcontractors. Candidates are expected to hold relevant WHS or environmental qualifications, have substantial HSE experience on major construction, infrastructure or renewable projects, and understand Australian safety regulations. Strong leadership, communication, reporting, stakeholder-management and problem-solving skills are essential. Experience with high-risk construction activities, contractor management and certified management systems such as ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 would be highly valued.
UGL is a major Australian engineering, construction and maintenance services company and part of the CIMIC Group. It delivers complex projects across energy, transport, water, defence, resources and industrial infrastructure. UGL provides design, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, operations and asset-maintenance services for government and private-sector clients. The company is active in Australia’s energy transition, including renewable generation, transmission, storage and related infrastructure. Its workforce includes engineers, project managers, skilled tradespeople and operational specialists working on projects throughout Australia. UGL places strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, technical excellence, collaboration and responsible delivery. Employees may work in metropolitan offices, regional locations or remote project environments, depending on the contract and project stage.
Australia offers strong opportunities in construction, renewable energy, infrastructure, engineering, healthcare, technology and skilled trades, particularly in Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia. Workplace culture is generally practical, safety-focused and relatively informal, with direct communication and respect for work-life balance. Lifestyle varies from major-city living to regional communities, beaches, national parks and outdoor activities. Living costs can be high, especially for housing in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. Skilled workers may qualify for employer-sponsored visas, including the Skills in Demand visa, or state and territory-nominated skilled visas, subject to occupation, experience, English and assessment requirements. Relocation usually involves securing work rights, professional recognition, accommodation, tax registration and health insurance arrangements. Regional renewable projects may offer accommodation, travel or roster benefits, but applicants should confirm these details with the employer before moving.
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