Senior HSE Systems Advisor

About Laing O'Rourke

Laing O’Rourke is a $6 billion global engineering and manufacturing-led construction leader, delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects. In Australia, we’ve proudly operated under the Laing O’Rourke banner for over 20 years, building on more than 70 years of local expertise. 

Driven by our purpose - pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, in service of humanity - we create safer hospitals, cleaner water, secure defence facilities, and better-connected cities. We also build meaningful careers and inclusive workplaces where people thrive. Backed by global strength and deep local roots, our unique operating model combines cutting-edge technology with modern methods of construction to deliver certainty for clients and transform how infrastructure is engineered and built.

We also own two vertically integrated businesses: Select Plant Australia, the nation’s fourth-largest plant hire company, and Laing O’Rourke Rail Operations, supporting major projects and nationwide rail maintenance.

That’s the Power of Experience.

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Senior HSE Systems Advisor to join our Corporate HSE Team.

This role is focused on developing, improving and maintaining the systems, standards and processes that support health, safety and environmental performance across our business.

This national role provides the opportunity to work with projects and operational teams across Australia and includes periodic interstate travel to support audits, assurance activities and continuous improvement initiatives.

Working closely with operational teams, functional leaders and subject matter experts, you'll help ensure our HSE Management System remains practical, effective and aligned with legislative requirements and FSC accreditation criteria.

You'll play an important role in driving continuous improvement, supporting assurance activities and translating business needs into system enhancements that make it easier for our people to work safely and efficiently every day.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HSE practitioner looking to further develop their systems capability in a large and complex organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and improve HSE management system documentation, standards, procedures, tools and templates.
• Support the ongoing enhancement of the HSE Management System to meet legislative, ISO and accreditation requirements.
• Partner with operational teams to identify opportunities for system and process improvements.
• Coordinate and participate in internal assurance and audit activities, as well as support external audits.
• Analyse audit findings, assurance outcomes and industry trends to identify opportunities for system improvement.
• Assist with the development and implementation of HSE initiatives and system enhancements.
• Monitor industry, legislative and accreditation changes and help translate requirements into practical business solutions.
• Provide advice and support to stakeholders on HSE systems, processes and compliance requirements.

About You

Essential

• Experience working with HSE management systems within construction, infrastructure, or other high-risk industries
• Sound understanding of WHS legislation, ISO management systems, critical risk management and assurance principles.
• Demonstrated ability to develop practical processes, documentation and system improvements.
• Experience participating in, conducting or supporting internal and external HSE management system audits.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across operational and corporate teams.
• Relevant Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline
• Ability and willingness to travel interstate to support audits and assurance activities.

Desirable

• Formal auditing qualifications (e.g. ISO 45001, ISO 14001 or integrated management systems auditor training).
• Experience with FSC accreditation requirements.

Benefits

We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, an additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. Laing O’Rourke is recognised as a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality in 2020, 2022, 2024 and 2026. We know that the right culture and purposeful innovation are key to delivering impact.

Laing O'Rourke actively supports a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Download our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan at https://www.laingorourke.com/company/diversity-and-inclusion

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.