Introduction

Seeking an experienced HSE Advisor to support major shutdown activities in Yarwun, Gladstone. This role will focus on both planning and execution phases, driving safety outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

What are you going to do

This role will support major shutdown operations, working closely with the Shutdown Manager to ensure strong HSE performance across all phases of the project.

You will be responsible for managing safety systems, supporting workforce engagement, and ensuring compliance across a high-volume shutdown environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and update shutdown-specific HSE procedures and standards
  • Facilitate Level 2 Risk Assessments across all work areas
  • Support Incident and Fatigue Management processes
  • Implement and manage the SLIP program
  • Ensure supplier compliance with HSE Management Plans
  • Conduct audits and provide governance reporting

Essential skills and knowledge 

The ideal candidate will bring strong shutdown experience and the ability to influence safety performance in dynamic, high-pressure environments.

Key Requirements:

  • Relevant HSE qualifications (essential)
  • Background in mining or manufacturing environments
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills, particularly across shutdown workforces
  • Ability to educate and influence safety behaviours on-site
  • Comfortable working in fast-paced shutdown environments
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office

What we offer

  • 8-month shutdown role | Yarwun, Gladstone | ASAP start
  • HSE Advisor supporting planning & execution phases
  • 9-day fortnight (planning) | 6:1 roster, 12.5hr days (execution)
  • Fast-paced environment with strong focus on safety leadership

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Sneha Poranki at p.sneha@brunel.net or 08 9429 5645.

Closing: May 20, 2026

Do you have any questions about this vacancy?

Vacancy reference: CR-284498

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Corporate recruiter

Sneha Poranki

+61 8 9429 5645

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