HSE Advisor

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 Underwater Systems team are proud to support the Royal Australian Navy, providing integrated mission-critical solutions to below-surface platforms. With access to some of the world’s most advanced technologies, our people enable naval forces around the world with our state-of-the-art Sonar and undersea combat systems.

Our Rockingham facility is a hub for maritime and land defence systems, and we’re expanding our HSE team to ensure safety, compliance, and operational excellence across our operations.

This role offers a unique opportunity to support not just Rockingham but also two additional WA-based sites on an as-needed basis, giving you diverse exposure to different operational environments while building your HSE career.

Working primarily at our site in Rockingham on Whadjuk Nyoongarland, your role purpose is to -

• Support leaders at Rockingham and two additional WA sites, by providing practical HSE, compliance, injury management and Wellbeing advice
• Support risk management and assurance activities such as site inspections, audits, and hazard identification to promote a zero-harm environment
• Faciliate incident investigation, document findings, and recommend actions to reduce risk and prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with cross-site teams to deliver safety training, inductions, and emergency response activities.
• Contribute to environmental monitoring and  sustainability initiatives, including waste management, chemical safety, and EMS compliance.
• Travel occasionally to support other WA sites, gaining broader HSE experience in different operational settings.

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

• Certificate IV Work Health & Safety (Diploma in WHS is highly desirable).
• Demonstrated experience in HSE advisory roles delivering positive outcomes, preferably in construction, manufacturing, or high-risk industries.
• A strong understanding of WHS legislation, Safety Management Systems, and injury/incident management.
• Strong coaching and stakeholder engagement abilities with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset
• Confident communicator who can influence, drive accountability and support cultural change at all levels of the workforce
• Ability to work autonomously as part of a wider national HSE team
• Ability to work site based

As part of our Commitment, we offer:

• Competitive remuneration + Super + Bonus + Free Medical Insurance
• Annualised Performance Review Process
• ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment
• 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
• Veterans Leave
• Novated Lease options
• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
• Personal & professional training development opportunities
• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

Good to Know

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.

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.

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

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