Health, Safety and Environment Partner

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Our corporate team is a central hub for Thales Australia. It’s where our shared services – think finance, legal, HR, procurement – come together to make sure our teams across Australia have access to the business services they need. Cross-functional collaboration helps us build out Thales’ capabilities in a robust way – and helps us open up new career opportunities for employees all across the business.

As the on-site Health, Safety and Environment Partner, the role is part of an effective and dynamic HSE business partnering team, supporting both Defence and our commercial customers at the Garden Island naval base in Sydney.

In this exciting opportunity, you will drive our “See More, Say More, Solve More” culture and apply your HSE expertise in working in a High-risk environment.

Responsibilities:

• Leverage standards to deliver measurable HSE performance improvements through robust implementation and improvement plans 

• Drive compliance by rolling out Thales Australia HSE policies and procedures across the business 

• Build stronger ownership and capability by coaching leaders and teams to reduce health, safety and environmental risk 

• Prevent repeat incidents by leading investigations and ensuring corrective actions are implemented and closed 

• Strengthen audit readiness and regulatory compliance with accurate records, inspections, permits and licences 

• Accelerate a positive HSE culture through continuous improvement initiatives that drive lasting behaviour change

On day one in this role, we'll expect you to bring the following skills, experience and behaviours:

• Extensive experience in an HSE business partner or operational role, preferably in a complex, high-risk environment, ideally within an construction, industrial or manufacturing setting

• Demonstrable knowledge and experience in the fields of HSE, management systems and relevant legislation

• Sound understanding of Injury Management, Workers Compensation and Health Promotion

• Relevant tertiary qualification in work health and safety, risk management, or related field

• Availability to work on-site, 5 days a week.

As part of our commitment, we offer:

• Competitive remuneration + Super + Bonus + Medical Insurance

• Recognised leader in reservist employee support

• Veterans Leave

• Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS

• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)

• Modernised Paid Parental Leave

• Novated Lease options

• Personal & professional training development opportunities

• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

• Access to a network of the best people (A Nobel Prize winner on our staff list!)

• And much more!

Good to Know 

A Defence security clearance is required for this role; applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.

Additional information with regards to clearances is available from the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/. In some cases, individuals who hold a current clearance from a foreign government may be eligible to have this clearance recognised by the Australian Government and be eligible for this role.The Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) is applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

The U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and (role dependent) medical checks.

It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

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