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Quality Environment Health Safety Engineer


Company : Festo Australia


Location : Melbourne, Victoria


Created : 2025-06-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Quality Environment Health Safety EngineerQuality Environment Health Safety EngineerDirect message the job poster from Festo AustraliaQuality Environmental Health & Safety EngineerEnviable client base with untapped market growth opportunitiesFlexible working environment and social cultureWho we are:Festo. At the forefront of industrial automation. We foster sustainable growth and keep the world moving.As the world population grows and is limited in resources, our customers depend on efficient production. We inspire with smart, intuitive, easily integrated solutions for industrial automation and are a global partner for industrial training.With over 60 years'' experience in factory and process automation, we pride ourselves on being global leaders in our field.About the role:We are excited to be hiring for a Quality Environmental Health & Safety Engineer who will be responsible for supporting management in maintaining and improving the quality (ISO 9001), workplace health and safety (ISO 45001), and environmental (ISO 14001) management systems. This includes overseeing complaint management, document control, audits, and management reviews.This role is based in the Melbourne Head Office and involves close collaboration with the Head of Operations, who oversees Logistics, Production, and Warehouse functions. As a critical position, the QEHS Engineer provides expertise and support to operational units and sales teams, ensuring compliance with quality, environmental, health, and safety standards. This autonomous role reports directly to Singapore and is part of the South East Asia & Pacific Regional team.Key Responsibilities and DutiesIntegrated Management System (IMS)Develop, implement, and maintain QEHS standards to ensure compliance within operational processes.Lead internal and external audits to uphold QEHS standards.Quality ManagementCollaborate with the QES Manager and Department Managers to ensure adherence to ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001.Support the enhancement of quality management, workplace health and safety, and environmental systems.Optimize processes to reduce failures and enhance stability.Lead initiatives to resolve customer complaints through root cause analysis and corrective actions.Monitor key performance indicators and prepare reports to communicate quality metrics.Provide expert WHS guidance and coaching to staff and management to enhance safety capabilities.Review and implement WHS policies in line with legislation.Conduct audits and manage safety investigations.Oversee Workcover claims and facilitate WHS training and onboarding for staff.Document ControlCollaborate with Document Controllers to maintain an effective documentation management system for the QES Management System.Develop, control, and retain relevant documentation.Guide department heads in the implementation of corporate documents into local processes.Manage the complaint process by reviewing failure analysis reports.Coordinate with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.Prepare statistical reports on complaint trends and quality performance to identify areas for improvement.Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding complaint resolutions.About You!Our curiosity has made us a driving force in automation technology for decades. We want to keep the world moving, so were looking for unconventional thinkers, inventive talents and team players in other words, people who can make a real contribution.Experience in Quality/WHS roles in large manufacturing or technical environments.Familiarity with complaint, project, and change management processes.Knowledge of ISO standards implementation.Proficient in ERP systems (preferably SAP), MS Office, 8D reports, and root cause analysis tools.Strong analytical skills and business acumen.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder management.Collaborative, customer-oriented, and able to work independently in a matrix structure.Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage competing demands.Experience in managing sustainable client relationships.Relevant Engineering degree (electrical, mechatronics, mechanical, or automation technology).Knowledge of Australian and New Zealand WHS regulations.ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, and ISO 14001:2015 Internal Auditor certification is a plus.Solid technical knowledge of automation and drive technology.Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.Reasons youll stay:As a proudly independent global family-owned company, we shape our own future and are committed to the pursuit of success. We have high expectations of ourselves and others and harness the passion and experience of our people to deliver first-class performance. We recognise change as an opportunity and seek to drive transformation and have the courage to find new and better ways of doing things!As a driver and shaper of our market, we meet challenges with courage and determination.Global organisation that is family owned opportunities for potential global moves, plus other areas for internal mobility.Flexible working place currently hybrid arrangement in Australia, except for 100% remote roles.Inclusive and positive culture with plenty of celebrations Birthdays, Morning Teas, Oktoberfest, etcWorld class training with the Festo Academy and the FestoHQ youtube channel check it out here: you would like to know more about the role or want to have a confidential chat, please reach out to Keran James, on 0400 022 002 or email careers.pacific@festo.comMore information about Festo can be found at levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionQuality Assurance, Engineering, and Accounting/AuditingIndustriesManufacturing, Industrial Automation, and Environmental Quality ProgramsReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Festo Australia by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Health Safety Environment Engineer roles.Hobsons Bay, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoTeam Leader, Workplace Health and SafetyMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoHawthorn, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoFootscray, Victoria, Australia A$90,000.00-A$100,000.00 3 weeks agoPort Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 days agoTruganina, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoEnviromental Health and Safety Manager - Services ANZMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoSustainability Officer | Melbourne Airport VICMelbourne Airport, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoTruganina, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 hour agoHampton East, Victoria, Australia 3 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoRavenhall, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoCampbellfield, Victoria, Australia 2 months agoEnvironment, Health & Rail Safety ManagerWest Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoEnviromental Health and Safety Manager - Services ANZForest Hill, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoWorkplace Health, Safety and Employee Wellbeing ManagerDandenong South, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoSenior Manager, Safety Wellbeing and EnvironmentWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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