HSE Lead - Energy Solutions

At Ampol, we believe in the Power of Us - the extraordinary power of people to connect, act, and make a difference.   

As a leading energy company operating across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and from the United States, our work spans fuel supply, energy solutions, convenience retail, infrastructure, trading and shipping. Every role at Ampol plays a part in something bigger - powering progress for our customers, communities, and people.   

Your career here is yours to shape. We back our people with real opportunities, the tools to grow, and a culture that rewards ownership and initiative. Whether you’re deepening your expertise or taking on something new, we’ll support you to power a career that works for you.   

We’re building a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued - because when people are free to be themselves, powerful things happen. 

About Energy Solutions 

Our Energy Solutions team is leading Ampol’s response to the energy transition -developing lower carbon solutions for customers and reducing our own emissions. We’re investing in future-focused technologies and services, from EV charging and hydrogen to carbon offsets and biofuels. 

This is where bold ideas meet real-world execution. We work across geographies and capabilities to help shape a low carbon future - making the energy transition easier for customers and communities. 

About the role 

We are seeking an Energy Solutions HSE Lead to drive frontline health, safety, and environmental performance across a growing portfolio of EV and energy infrastructure assets. Supporting both deployment and operational phases, this role plays a critical part in ensuring safe, compliant, and high-performing asset delivery across retail and third-party sites. 

Reporting into the Senior Risk Specialist, you will focus on strengthening HSE capability across the first line of defence, working closely with internal teams, contractors, and leadership. This role combines on-the-ground operational engagement with strategic input, leveraging risk data and insights to influence decision-making and embed strong safety practices across Energy Solutions. 

This is a permanent, full-time role based in our Alexandria HQ. 

Key responsibilities 

• Drive the uplift of HSE capability and engagement across Energy Solutions, with a strong focus on frontline operations, contractor activities, and workforce safety  
• Partner with Energy Solutions leadership to provide HSE insights, risk data, and reporting that support informed decision-making and effective risk governance  
• Support strategic initiatives and governance processes, including contributions to Ampol Risk Management Framework reviews and key business projects  
• Act as custodian of the Control and Authorisation of Work and contractor management systems, ensuring consistent application and compliance  
• Lead and support the development and delivery of HSE plans aligned to Energy Solutions priorities and broader Ampol Group strategy 

Qualifications & Experience 

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience  
• Proven experience in HSE roles, ideally within electrical, energy, construction, or asset maintenance environments  
• Demonstrated ability to engage and influence stakeholders across leadership teams and contractor networks  
• Strong working knowledge of WHS legislation, including relevant Acts, Regulations, and Codes of Practice  
• Solid understanding of risk and safety management systems and frameworks, including ISO 31000 and ISO 45001 

Benefits 

• Our total remuneration is competitive. This is across base salary, car allowance, a company performance incentive, employee share offers and a 25% discount on Fuel for two privately used cars!  
• We are flexible. Many of our teams have embraced hybrid work, balancing time spent remote working, with time spent at an office to connect and work together where it adds value.  
• Remote Working: Support for up to 3 months remote international working (conditional to 5 days paid leave for every 30 days of remote work).  
• We value recognition.  We have an internal recognition platform amplifying the achievements of those who do great work and demonstrate our capabilities and values.  
• Career development and learning opportunities including LinkedIn Learning and other tailored training solutions.  
• Baby Care Package - financial and flexible support for parents transitioning back to work.  
• Need some wheels? Novated Lease options are available.  
• Invest in your future with the Employee Share Scheme  
• Leave Options –  Flexible leave options include annual leave, wellbeing and bonus days throughout the year and optional additional purchased leave. 
• Care for your Community. Spend one paid day a year volunteering with one of our Ampol Foundation partners.   

Want to take your career to the next level? Apply today.