Major Outages HSE Manager at Downer Group

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

HSE Leadership, Risk Management, Incident Response, Performance Reporting, Coaching, Stakeholder Engagement, Client Relationship Management, Outage Planning, High-Risk Work Processes, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Major Overhauls HSE Manager The opportunity Downer’s Energy & Utilities business is looking for an experienced and confident Major Overhauls HSE Manager to lead health, safety and environment performance across major power station outages within our Energy & Industrial East portfolio. In this high‑impact role, you will partner with operational teams and project leaders to support the safe delivery of significant overhaul programs. You will play an important role throughout the full outage lifecycle—from planning and mobilisation through to execution and close‑out—ensuring strong safety leadership, clear expectations and consistent standards. This full‑time position can be based in either our Hexham or Brisbane office and includes travel to site as required during outage periods. Outside of those periods, the role operates on a standard Monday–Friday basis and offers a balance of office, field and client‑facing work. If you enjoy meaningful work, wide influence and connecting with teams at all levels, this is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact. What we’re looking for We’re seeking a senior HSE professional who is collaborative, practical and passionate about helping teams work safely and effectively. Key responsibilities include: Providing strong, positive HSE leadership across major outage sites. Embedding safety planning and risk management into outage preparation. Verifying critical risk controls and ensuring consistent high‑risk work processes. Supporting incident response, investigations and continuous improvement initiatives. Managing HSE performance reporting and sharing insights with stakeholders. Coaching and developing safety advisors and operational leaders. Building constructive relationships with clients, contractors and site teams. Contributing to upcoming bids and future outage planning. You will bring: 8–10+ years of HSE experience in high‑risk industries such as power, industrial, construction or heavy maintenance. Experience leading or mentoring teams. Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Health & Safety (tertiary qualifications desirable). Lead ICAM qualification and complex investigation experience. Understanding of critical risk frameworks (bow‑tie methodology desirable). Strong communication skills and the ability to influence and engage effectively. A collaborative, solutions‑focused approach. What we offer At Downer, we want you to succeed and feel supported. In this role, you will: Lead HSE across major power station overhauls with national visibility. Work with a committed team across operations and safety. Make a meaningful contribution to safe outcomes for our people and partners. Be part of a business with long‑term client relationships and diverse capability. Access career pathways, learning opportunities and benefits across the Downer Group. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Veterans, women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and individuals from diverse communities are strongly encouraged to apply. About Energy & Utilities Downer’s Energy & Utilities division designs, builds and sustains essential services that keep communities running—power, gas, water, renewable energy and industrial infrastructure. With national capability and a strong focus on Zero Harm, we deliver critical work safely, sustainably and in partnership with long‑term clients across Australia. How to apply If this sounds like your next career move, submit your application by clicking Apply Now. For more information, please contact our Talent Acquisition team. Please note Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes submitted will not be considered.

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Responsibilities

This role involves providing strong, positive HSE leadership across major power station outage sites, embedding safety planning, and verifying critical risk controls throughout the full outage lifecycle from planning to close-out. Key duties include supporting incident response, managing HSE performance reporting, coaching safety advisors, and building constructive relationships with clients and site teams.