HSE Manager

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AusNet Services is hiring multiple HSE Managers to drive safety transformation across Transmission and Distribution in Victoria. These full time onsite roles blend strategic leadership with hands on field engagement, directing a team of HSE Advisors and partnering with senior leaders to embed HSE across operations and contractor networks. You will translate the enterprise strategy into practical processes, oversee critical risk and assurance activities, and deliver data driven insights that lift performance. The ideal candidate has proven HSE leadership in complex environments, excels at coaching and executive partnership, and holds Cert IV minimum with Diploma or Masters preferred. Apply directly by 13 February 2026, tailor your CV to show measurable safety outcomes, and highlight your willingness to be onsite and engage with delivery partners; mention the flexible work, parental leave and volunteering benefits to reflect AusNet culture.

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• Multiple Opportunities across Ausnet
• Blend of strategy and hands‑on engagement — enjoy variety through field presence, leadership coaching, and strategic program delivery.
• High‑impact leadership — lead a team of capable Advisors and uplift safety culture across operational teams and delivery partners.
• Strategic seat at the table — partner closely with senior leaders, influencing decision‑making and ensuring HSE is embedded at every level.

 

About the roles

 

At AusNet, we’re trusted to bring the energy today—and build a cleaner, safer tomorrow. As we connect communities with reliable, affordable and sustainable energy, safety remains at the heart of everything we do.

We’re seeking experienced, purpose‑driven HSE Managers to help lead the next chapter of our safety transformation across Transmission and Distribution.

 

Why these roles matter

 

These are pivotal leadership positions that sit at the intersection of strategic direction and operational execution. You will embed HSE excellence across a business line, partner with senior leaders, and guide a team of Advisors who bring safety to life in the field.

You’ll help turn our enterprise HSE Strategy into real‑world outcomes—strengthening leadership capability, uplifting culture, and ensuring critical risks are effectively controlled across our people, assets and contractor workforce.

If you thrive on impactful, hands‑on leadership and enjoy shaping safer ways of working, these roles offer the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

 

What you’ll lead and deliver

 

Leadership & Culture

• Lead and coach a high‑performing HSE Advisor team.
• Strengthen safety leadership across operations.
• Support a learning‑led culture through quality investigations.

 

Strategy & Transformation

• Partner with leaders to embed the HSE Strategy.
• Translate strategy into practical, actionable processes.

 

Critical Risk & Assurance

• Oversee critical control assurance activities.
• Ensure timely closure of high‑risk actions.
• Maintain regulatory and ISO compliance.

 

Delivery Partner Engagement

• Build strong safety alignment with contractor partners.
• Support shared frameworks and capability uplift.

 

Governance & Insights

• Provide clear, data‑driven insights that inform decisions and drive performance improvement.

 

 

About you

 

You don’t need to tick every box—but you’ll succeed if you bring a blend of the following:

• Proven leadership of HSE teams in complex operational environments
• Strong capability in coaching, influencing and partnering with operational leaders
• Depth in critical risk management, assurance and investigations
• Experience working with contractors and engaging with regulators
• Strong analytical, reporting and communication skills
• Relevant WHS qualifications (Cert IV minimum; Diploma or Masters preferred)
• Driver’s licence and Victorian White Card

 

A real place to belong.

 

We celebrate unique voices, refreshing perspectives and diversity in our team. Engage and connect through our social club, family day, wide range of events or by joining one of our Employee Network Groups.  

 

We believe in more than just competitive pay. Here’s what sets us apart:

• Flexibility: whether this is hybrid work, flexible hours, or part time arrangements, we’ll work with you to help balance work and life.
• Leave: more than typical personal leave and a generous 14 weeks of paid parental leave, with no minimum service.
• Community giving: a paid day to volunteer with our social impact partner, Foodbank, or for a cause that matters to you.
• Perks: we offer all the other perks you’ve come to expect like purchased leave, income protection insurance, novated leasing, corporate discounts, private health cover discounts and more.

 

As an industry in transformation, we’re excited by the possibilities ahead.

So, if you’re passionate about our purpose and committed to making real progress, bring your energy and join AusNet. Together, we can shape a new way forward.

 

Please note that we will not be engaging agencies for this role — please apply directly.

 

Applications close on 13 February 2026.