HSEQ Manager - Alex Fraser Group
External
Heidelbergmaterials · Derrimut, VicPrepare for this interview
EliteAI-generated questions, company research, and talking points tailored to this role
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and influential Group Health Safety and Environment (HSE) Manager to lead safety strategy and performance across Alex Fraser Group's Recycling and Asphalt operations . This is a senior leadership role with full accountability for the HSE function. Through consultation with, and engagement of the Leadership Team, you will develop and execute strategic initiatives, embed best‑practice systems, and lead cultural change to ensure consistent, industry‑leading safety performance across diverse operational environments. Working closely with operational leaders, you will enable the business to achieve its goals safely, sustainably and in line with Heidelberg Materials' values and expectations.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic plans to enable Alex Fraser to achieve and maintain industry leading safety performance.
- By driving a culture of continuous improvement maintain and improve an effective HSEQ operating system that is aligned to, and avoid duplication of, the Heidelberg Materials Integrated Risk Management System (IRMS)
- Lead Organisational Change in Safety Culture and Behaviour; achieve the highest levels of employee engagement in respect to HSE.
- Hold all employees, and especially AFG leaders, to the highest standard of safety accountability; provide coaching, advice and feedback to increase others' capability in safety management.
- Drive continuous performance improvement through relevant metrics and reporting.
- Collaborate across Heidelberg Materials and broader group safety networks to share and embed best practice
- About You
- You are a values‑led safety leader who combines strategic thinking with hands‑on engagement. You build trust, influence effectively at all levels and are comfortable challenging and supporting leaders to lift safety standards.
- You will bring:
- Extensive experience in HSE leadership within industrial, recycling, resources, manufacturing or asphalt environments
- A tertiary qualification in Safety, or a related discipline combined with a formal safety qualification
- Strong knowledge of safety management systems, risk management and incident investigation
- A deep understanding of Australian safety legislation and regulatory frameworks
- Proven experience coaching leaders and driving behavioural and cultural change
- A collaborative, resilient and people‑focused leadership style
Benefits
Additional Information
About Heidelberg Materials & Alex Fraser Group Heidelberg Materials Australia is a leading supplier of construction materials, with operations across Australia and a proud history of safety, reliability and long‑term investment in people and infrastructure. Alex Fraser Group, part of Heidelberg Materials, is Australia's largest recycler of construction materials and a key provider of recycled aggregates and asphalt. Our Recycling and Asphalt businesses play a critical role in supporting major infrastructure projects while advancing the circular economy. Safety underpins everything we do. Our goal is clear: Zero Harm - for our people, our contractors and our communities.
Your Match
How well this role fits your profile.
Company Intel
What employees say
Worked at heidelbergmaterials? Share your experience