HSE Manager

Job Description

Position: Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager
Location: Brisbane-based | Travel to Western Downs & South Australia | Hybrid WFH

As Sodexo continues to grow, we're looking for a skilled and motivated HSE Manager to join our team and support a new client across the Western Downs and South Australia regions. This full-time role reports directly to the HSE Lead (East) and will play a key role in shaping and supporting our health, safety, and environmental objectives.

In this role, you'll be the driving force behind HSE performance on-site, collaborating with both operational teams and clients to foster a strong, proactive safety culture. Your leadership will help ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and deliver continuous improvement in all areas of HSE.

What You'll Do

• Lead and support HSE initiatives aligned with Sodexo and client objectives

• Provide guidance and support to operational teams and site managers across multiple locations

• Drive a culture of safety and zero harm through engagement, coaching, and leadership

• Manage and mentor a team of four HSE Advisors on a 2:2 FIFO roster

• Conduct audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and ensure compliance with legislation

• Champion innovative approaches to improve HSE performance and outcomes

• Act as a trusted advisor to the client and internal stakeholders on HSE-related matters

What We're Looking For

• A degree or relevant certification in Occupational Health & Safety or related field

• 3–5 years' experience in a similar HSE role, preferably within the resources, construction, or remote services sectors

• Demonstrated ability to influence and improve safety culture at all levels

• Strong knowledge of HSE legislation, critical risk management, and root cause analysis

• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal and report writing skills

• Experience managing teams in remote FIFO environments is highly desirable

• Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders

• Willingness to travel to site locations in QLD and SA as required

Key Responsibilities

• Review and support implementation of operational activities in line with the HSEQ Management Plan

• Provide coaching, mentoring, and risk management support to site leads

• Support site teams with technical HSE advice and assistance

• Monitor HSE performance indicators and drive continuous improvement initiatives

If you're passionate about making a real impact in a dynamic environment and ready to take the next step in your HSE career, we’d love to hear from you.

Why choose Sodexo?  

Sodexo is a people business, employing over half a million people worldwide and thousands here in Australia. Our employees, who personify Sodexo's unique values of Service Spirit, Team Spirit and Spirit of Progress, are our greatest asset through their commitment and dedication.  
We believe the more diverse we are, the stronger we are. No matter your background, we will do all we can to help you thrive. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities, valuing diversity, and creating an inclusive working environment for all our employees.    

At Sodexo, we are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all applicants regardless of age, race, sex, ethnicity, religion and beliefs and people with disabilities.  
We offer a competitive salary, many development opportunities and an outstanding benefits and recognition program!   

How to apply?  

If you are interested in joining the Sodexo team and meet the minimum criteria outlined above, please apply with your resume detailing relevant employment experience  and availability.   
One of our friendly recruiters will contact shortlisted candidates for a phone interview. This will also be your opportunity to ask any questions you may have.  

Submit your application today and become part of the Sodexo family!