HSE Systems and Governance Team Leader

At Yurika, we’re not just employees; we are catalysts for change, embarking on exciting projects that redefine the way we power the world.

As a part of our team, you will be at the forefront of innovation, contributing to the development and implementation of cutting-edge renewable energy solutions that make a tangible difference, shifting Australia towards a more sustainable energy future.

Through our rapidly growing national footprint, our teams work across everything from electricity networks, to solar, wind and battery projects, through to metering, telecommunications, EV charging and the supply of electrical infrastructure products.

Yurika is part of Energy Queensland – the largest, wholly government-owned electricity company in Australia that also includes Energex, Ergon Energy Network and Ergon Energy Retail. We have 100+ years’ experience in generation, transmission, and distribution power systems in Queensland and Australia, and we’re a key player delivering on the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan.

The Role

As the HSE Systems and Governance Lead, you will be responsible for leading the continual improvement, governance framework, and compliance of Yurika’s HSE management system (HSEMS). This will be done by facilitating improvements and governance activities for the HSE group.

You will be lead, develop, and mentor a small multidisciplinary team to provide HSE support to project activities by embedding continual improvement of the HSEMS to ensure that health, safety, and environmental standards are applied and adhered to in project delivery.

You will collaborate with peers and HSE subject matter experts to proactively seek trends in data and information to identify, communicate, and improve the manage of HSE risk.

You can be located at any major centre in Queensland where Energy Queensland have an office, including Brisbane, Toowoomba, Rockhampton, Mackay, Townsville, and Cairns.

With flexi-working and a 9 or 10 day fortnight in place, the bottom of the salary band from starts from $164,752 for 9 days and $186,170 for 10 days + 12.75% superannuation. The level of payment will be subject to an assessment of the successful applicant’s knowledge, skills and competencies that are required in this position. Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Energy Queensland Union Collective Agreement 2020.

For more information about this role, click on the position description link located at the bottom of the page.

About You

In addition to your Bachelor of Health, Safety, and Environment (or related discipline), you will also have highly developed HSE project/program management skills. You have the ability to prioritise and manage personal and team deadlines.

You are analytical and have strong problem solving skills, and have demonstrable capability in planning, organising, leading, and mentoring a team.

Additionally, you have the ability to challenge and support management to ensure the outcome of safe operational effectiveness. You have proven knowledge of legislation and regulations relating to WHS, as well as the Electricity Supply Industry.

Finally, you have capability with computers and can develop technical reports and position related documentation and processes.

Why work for Yurika?

We believe in empowering our people, offering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where your ideas and passion for sustainability are not just valued, but crucial. Join us and experience:

• A solid pipeline of exciting projects
• The ability to make a real difference to Australia’s energy landscape
• Flexibility to balance work with the other things in life important to you
• Job security and competitive salary packages
• Flexible remuneration options including salary sacrificing, novated leases, plus strong 12.75% superannuation
• A wide range of benefits secured by enterprise bargaining agreements
• Diversity and Inclusion where all employees belong
• Career development and recognition, with opportunities to grow your career through professional development and internal mobility
• A safety-first workplace culture that incorporates physical and mental health an array of wellness programs from skin checks to gym memberships, through to mentoring and guidance, and 24/7 employee assistance program support
• Higher than industry average levels of employee engagement

If you are ready to help us shape the future of energy, here’s