HSE Manager

The Opportunity

Our client is an established Tier 2 mining contractor delivering large-scale open pit production services across Western Australia. With a strong pipeline of work and long-term contracts in place, they are seeking an experienced HSE Manager to lead safety performance across active production operations.

This role requires a leader who understands that safety is not just compliance -it is critical to production continuity, workforce engagement, and commercial performance.

The Role

Reporting into senior leadership, you will take ownership of site HSE performance across mining production activities. This is a hands-on leadership role, balancing Strategic oversight with strong on-site presence.

• Production-Focused Safety Leadership: Partner closely with Mining Managers and Superintendents to embed safety into load & haul, drill & blast, and crushing operations
• Risk Management: Move beyond LTIs - identify, assess, and manage operational and critical risks that impact people, production, and equipment
• Systems & Reporting: Oversee and optimise HSE systems, with a strong focus on MIOHS / INX platforms for incident management, compliance, and data-driven decision making
• Audit & Assurance: Lead site audits, inspections, and verification activities - proactively identifying gaps before they become issues
• Incident Management: Drive high-quality investigations (ICAM or equivalent), ensuring learnings are embedded across crews
• Stakeholder Engagement: Influence at all levels - from operators on the ground to senior leadership - building a strong, accountable safety culture
• Continuous Improvement: Champion initiatives that improve both safety outcomes and operational efficiency

About You

You are a seasoned HSE leader with a strong background in mining production environments. You understand the realities of site and can balance safety with operational demands.

• Proven experience as an HSE Manager / Senior HSE Leader within open pit mining production
• Strong working knowledge of MIOHS and INX systems (InControl, InTuition, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience supporting production crews, not just construction or project scopes
• Solid understanding of WA mining legislation and regulatory requirements
• Strong capability in risk management, investigations, and audit processes
• Confident communicator who can engage with both site crews and senior leadership
• Proactive mindset - you lead from the front and drive outcomes on site

The Setup

• Base: Perth based office
• Travel: Regular site visits (WA wide) are required to audit performance and drive culture. You cannot manage risk from a spreadsheet; you need to see the reality on the ground!

The Reward

• Competitive salary package aligned with the importance of the role
• Direct influence on site culture, safety performance, and operational outcomes
• Opportunity to play a key role within a growing, well-established mining contractor