Title:  HSEQ Business Partner Solutions

About us

Proudly Australian owned, Coates has a long history of supporting customers to deliver major projects and an exciting future focused on growth. We provide end-to-end solutions spanning Equipment Hire, Engineering Solutions, Industrial Solutions and Power & HVAC.

The opportunity

At Coates, safety isn’t just a priority — it’s our way of working. We’re looking for an experienced and proactive HSEQ Business Partner – Solutions to provide hands-on leadership, guidance, and expertise across our Engineering, Traffic, Power & HVAC, and Industrial Solutions businesses.

This is a pivotal role for a safety professional who thrives on building culture, driving compliance, and embedding continuous improvement across complex and dynamic operations.

You’ll partner with leaders and frontline teams to ensure our Safety-First culture is lived every day. You’ll identify and manage critical risks, ensuring robust controls are in place, and championing training, education, and engagement that keeps our people safe.

You’ll lead investigations, support project risk management, oversee HSEQ plans and documentation, and provide strategic advice to drive improvement and compliance across the business.

What you’ll do

• Lead and embed Coates’ Safety-First culture across all Solutions divisions.
• Provide expert HSEQ guidance to operational leaders and project teams.
• Identify and manage critical risks, ensuring key controls are tested and effective.
• Support safe mobilisation and review HSEQ plans for major projects.
• Conduct site visits, audits, and safety walks to maintain visible leadership.
• Lead or contribute to investigations, training programs, and key HSEQ initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams and external regulators.

What you’ll bring

• Degree in OHS or equivalent (preferred) or other suitable training in OHS
• 5+ years’ experience in HSE leadership across construction, mining, or heavy industry.
• Proven ability to build trust and influence at all levels of an organisation.
• Strong knowledge of risk management, compliance, and safety legislation.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead by example.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach with strong project management capability.

What you’ll get in return

We provide our team with a wide range of perks and benefits, including:

• Development and career progression pathways
• Access to our employee discounts, benefits and wellbeing program
• Purchased additional leave program
• Novated leasing and salary sacrifice
• 12 weeks Paid Parental Leave in addition to government parental leave scheme
• Volunteering opportunities through the Coates Foundation

Looking for more reasons to join Coates?

At Coates, we know that people, organisations and communities thrive when everyone feels valued and included.

We’re proud to be implementing our second Reconciliation Action Plan and are committed to improving gender representation. We also provide opportunities for growth through our leadership and development programs.

But our impact doesn't stop there. Coates supports local and national charities through the Coates Foundation and invests in more sustainable equipment solutions to help create a greener future for all.

Visit careers.coates.com to learn more about our values and opportunities.

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Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our culture. Coates welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to apply.

Coates. Equipped for you.