HSE Lead (Plant & Equipment)

HSE Lead (Plant & Equipment)

Location: Brisbane Head Office – Hamilton /Willawong Yard Employment Type: Full-Time

About All Energy Contracting

All Energy Contracting (AEC) is a leading construction contractor specialising in the energy and renewable energy sector, including solar, wind, battery storage, and hybrid facilities across Australia and New Zealand.

Our capabilities span civil works, trenching, cable installation, electrical and mechanical installation, testing and commissioning (DC, LV & HV), operations support, and maintenance services. Headquartered in Brisbane, AEC is a dynamic and rapidly growing business delivering large-scale renewable energy infrastructure projects safely, efficiently, and reliably.

As part of the ongoing growth of OCU-ANZ, plant and equipment operations are being centralised across the business, with multiple yards and warehouses established to support operations across all acquisitions and projects. This newly created role will play a key part in supporting this uplift, integration, and standardisation across the wider OCU-ANZ group.

The Opportunity

AEC is seeking an experienced and hands-on HSE Lead (Plant & Equipment) to provide proactive Health, Safety, and Environmental leadership across our expanding plant and equipment operations.

This role is critical to ensuring consistent HSE standards are implemented across all plant, equipment, yards, warehouses, and associated project interfaces throughout the OCU-ANZ portfolio. You will work closely with operational and leadership teams to drive compliance, improve systems, support safe work practices, and foster a strong safety culture across the business. This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated HSE professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys being operationally involved, and is passionate about driving practical safety outcomes in construction, heavy industry, and renewable energy projects. the HSE Lead (Plant and Equipment) role Reports to HSE Manager.

Key Relationships

Internal

• Plant & Equipment Manager & Team
• Executive and Senior Managers
• Operations Management Teams
• Site Operations Teams Site & Office Administrators
• HSE Team Members (office and site-based)
• People & Culture Marketing & Communications

External

• Client and Industry Safety Representatives
• WHS Regulators
• Workers Compensation Entities HSE, Medical, and Training Consultants

Key Responsibilities

HSE Leadership & Compliance

• Proactively identify, address, and anticipate HSE risks across plant, equipment, yards, warehouses, and operational interfaces.
• Implement, maintain, and monitor HSE management plans, policies, procedures, and safe systems of work.
• Conduct regular inspections, audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviews across operational sites.
• Develop, maintain, and update Plant Risk Assessments for current and future equipment fleets.
• Ensure compliance with AEC’s Incident Management Procedures, including incident reporting and escalation processes.
• Promote safe movement and operation of materials, equipment, and personnel in line with legislative and company requirements.
• Lead hazard management activities and ensure corrective actions are implemented effectively.
• Support the development and implementation of Training and Verification of Competency (VoC) programs.

Training & Safety Culture

• Foster a strong safety-first culture through leadership, coaching, mentoring, and positive engagement.
• Deliver inductions, toolbox talks, and HSE training sessions to ensure workforce competency and compliance.
• Lead incident investigations, including root cause analysis, reporting, and close-out of corrective actions.
• Assist operational teams with the development of SWMS, risk assessments, and safe work methodologies.

 Continuous Improvement & Collaboration

• Collaborate with managers, supervisors, and operational teams to improve HSE performance and systems.
• Maintain accurate HSE documentation, audit records, inspections, and risk registers.
• Contribute to innovation and continual improvement initiatives across AEC and OCU-ANZ operations.
• Participate in HSE meetings, reviews, and business improvement initiatives to align operational performance with company objectives.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years’ experience in HSE roles within renewable energy, construction, heavy industry, or infrastructure sectors.
• Formal qualifications in Work Health and Safety (WHS) or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of WHS legislation, standards, and industry codes of practice.
• Proven experience conducting plant risk assessments, incident investigations, audits, and compliance activities.
• Experience with workers compensation and claims management processes.
• Knowledge of Chain of Responsibility (CoR), LUEZ concepts, and dangerous goods/hazardous substances management and transportation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence teams at all levels.
• High attention to detail and strong documentation and reporting capabilities.
• Competent using HSE reporting systems and digital safety platforms.
• Construction White Card and Open Driver’s Licence required.
• Ability to meet site-based medical and fitness requirements.
• Full Australian working rights.

Core Attributes

• Proactive – Anticipates risks and takes initiative before incidents occur.
• Collaborative – Builds strong relationships and promotes shared HSE accountability.
• Decisive – Responds confidently and effectively to hazards and incidents.
• Engaging – Communicates clearly and positively with diverse teams.
• Professional – Represents AEC and OCU-ANZ with integrity and leadership.

Why Join AEC?

At AEC, we are committed to creating meaningful careers while delivering critical renewable energy infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand. You’ll join a collaborative and high-performing team where safety, innovation, and operational excellence are at the forefront of everything we do.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Please note: AEC has an internal recruitment team and established recruitment networks. We are not seeking external recruitment support for this position.