HSE Business Partner
About Us
At Jemena, we are focused on enabling our people to reach their potential, be their true selves and enjoy working in an inclusive environment with a community focus. Prioritising our employees' wellbeing, equal opportunities and empowering a fully diverse and fulfilled workforce is key; we pride ourselves on meeting our employee's expectations.
Our people are our greatest asset so having various flexible working options such as, remote working, paid parental (primary & partner) leave and leave purchase plans amongst many other benefits, and is key to the foundation to our success. We also have an array of well-being options to support our people. We are passionate about what we do, and we are proud of who we are.
Here's an overview of our role:
The purpose of the HSE Business Partner is to provide support to operational teams to deliver optimal HSE solutions that underpin the delivery of the HSE Strategy.
The role is accountable for supporting the assigned business area(s) in co-ordinating, organising and implementing a variety of HSE related projects, programs and initiatives around Queensland. This includes the provision of professional advice, coaching, support, guidance and service to management and staff on all HSE policies, processes and issues in a timely and professional manner.
You will need to travel with this role including the occasional overnights trip as this is predominantly a field based role and does come with a company vehicle. You can be based in Townsville or anywhere North of Mackay.
Your role will cover the following:
The purpose of the HSE Business Partner is to:
- Foster collaborative partnerships with internal clients, acting as the primary point of contact for that client group.
- Provide expert advice on complex HSE matters to leaders, employees and clients.
- Empower, coach and influence operational leaders to promote a positive and resilient safety culture.
- Support development and delivery of HSE initiatives/programs in line with Group HSE Strategy.
- Lead complex HSE investigations and support operations with less complex HSE investigations.
- Develop and review HSE Management Plans and Risk workshops.
- Conduct quality HSE audits and inspections to assist in recommendations for tailored programs to improve HSE performance.
- Support management of incidents and risks to ensure they are appropriately captured and reported.
A little about you:
To set yourself up for success in Jemena, you will come from a similar role in a comparable industry and are perhaps seeking a role with greater breadth where you can educate, mentor and engage. You understand the nuances between asset owner and contractors.
- Trade background (preferred) or Tertiary, Diploma level or industry qualifications in Training, Health & Safety, and/or Environment or a related field.
- "Behavioral" based safety experience (preferred).
- Expert knowledge of Australian HSE legislative frameworks and codes of practice.
- Incident and investigation and route case analysis (ICAM) training or qualifications.
- Demonstrated experience within a large, high risk industrial organisation preferably within the utilities, services, infrastructure or similar industry.
- Understanding of a HSE Business Partnering model and demonstrated experience working collaboratively to achieve common goals.
- Exceptional risk management skillset.
- Knowledge of AS4801.
- Understanding of a HSE Business Partnering model and demonstrated experience working collaboratively to achieve common goals.
- Demonstrable experience in the implementation of risk based HSE systems and assurance programs.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Recruitment Process:
As part of Jemena's commitment to keeping our employees safe, it is a requirement for all employees to be vaccinated against Covid-19. During our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical, reference checks, national police check and provide evidence of your vaccination status.

