The Project HSE Manager is responsible for developing and implementing HSE management systems for a Battery Energy Storage Solution project, ensuring compliance with regulations, leading incident prevention strategies, and fostering a safety culture.
About Fluence: Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.
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Role Summary
Managing HSE components on the Battery Energy Storage Solution (BESS)delivery project in NSW and
reporting directly to the Fluence BESS Site Manager and functionally reporting to Fluence HSE Manager, Australia.
As Principal Contractor, the HSE Manager is accountable for ensuring implementation, monitoring, and
continuous improvement of all HSE project management systems and processes within the project. Those
may be specific to contractual and scope requirements and/or meet the applicable regulatory, client, and
Fluence requirements.
This role will develop, implement, monitor and update project specific management systems, provide timely
and accurate subject matter guidance on HSE opportunities and challenges, and work closely providing
advice and guidance with the Fluence project team and key stakeholders to deliver on project objectives.
This role requires you to be familiar with contractual arrangements, project progress to ensure proactive risk
management processes, report on project performance as per the contract and within their area of
accountability and monitor the performance of balance of plant contractors as applicable.
This role must provide strong HSE leadership, provide timely and accurate advice to the site leadership
team and project managers, develop and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders, provide support
and guidance to the HSE Advisors and provide oversight for all HSE aspects within the BESS Project.
This position will be based on the project site, and if successful will lead to long-term permanent
employment within Fluence.
What you will do:
- Within the scope of Principle Contractor, this role will develop and implement project HSE management systems, strategies and programs for risk management.
- Support the identification and development of project WHS improvement strategies together with relevant incident prevention methods and techniques.
- Ensure adequate training and development is achieved in safety critical roles within the project.
- Implement monitoring systems and lead, or participate, in organisational review, change management and incident investigation.
- Seek to improve project HSE outcomes through championing continuous improvement strategies and initiatives.
- Develop, implement, and test project HSE plans including, but not limited to:
- Emergency response management, including emergency response teams
- Traffic management plans
- Audit balance of plant contractors
- Environmental management processes
- Safe work procedures
- In consultation with the Environment Manager, support environmental requirements in line with environmental regulations, client and Fluence requirements.
- Lead a small HSE project team and ensuring effective HSE functionality by coaching, training, developing, mentoring and motivating the team.
- Additional tasks and support (within reason) as directed by AU WHS Manager, the Fluence Project Manager / Director and or General Manager
What We Are Looking For (Essential):
- Tertiary qualification (Advanced Diploma), engineering / project management qualifications
- +7years in energy or a related, project-based industry (i.e. construction, civil, rail, mining) with Principal Contractor experience
- Prior leadership experience would be advantageous
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite and database management
- Advanced investigative skillset with proven experience in causation investigation models (TapRoot / ICAM / 8D)
- Advanced communication, report writing, presentation and key stakeholder management skillset
- Advanced investigative / incident / trend analytical skillset
- Lead auditor (9001, 45001 / 4801, 14001 management systems)
- Comprehensive knowledge of WHS and Environment legislations within area of accountability
- Be willing and able to work in remote areas of NSW, which may involve FIFO arrangements
Why Join Fluence? A Range of Benefits to Support Your Well-being and Work-Life Balance
- Mobile phone allowance for staying connected with ease
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering support for both personal and professional growth
- A collaborative and innovative work environment designed to nurture your success and personal growth
Fluence is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone has equal opportunities.
At Fluence, we value diverse perspectives and experiences that bring fresh ideas and creativity to our team. Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds may hesitate to apply for a role if they don’t meet 100% of the requirements. If this role excites you, we strongly encourage you to apply—you could be just the right addition to our team!
We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply, as we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates and respects First Nations cultures, knowledge, and perspectives.
Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.
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