Jupiter Ionics is on a mission to combat climate change by enabling cleaner energy and sustainable agriculture through our world-leading "Green Ammonia" technology.

Founded on the pioneering research of Prof. Douglas MacFarlane (our CSO), we hold the exclusive global licence for groundbreaking electrochemical technology that's been featured in Science and Nature. Backed by respected VCs and strategic investors, we're growing fast and building a high-impact team.

The Role: Heath , Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager

We’re looking for a skilled and proactive Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager to lead our safety, wellbeing, and environmental initiatives as we scale our R&D and prepare for the launch of our new development facility in early 2026.

This is a dynamic, hands-on role perfect for someone with a strong background in chemical manufacturing, ISO standards, and deep tech environments.

What You’ll Do

• Lead HSE Strategy: Partner with the COO to design and implement robust HSE policies and procedures.
• Build Safety Culture: Foster a zero-harm mindset across labs and engineering teams, and ensure incidents are properly reported and investigated.
• Design & Deliver Training: Create and roll out safety training tailored to the needs of our growing operations.
• Maintain Compliance: Ensure regulatory compliance across emergency preparedness, hazard identification, and first aid.
• Rehabilitation & RTW: Oversee return-to-work plans that support wellbeing and recovery.
• ISO & Certification Management: Lead ISO 14001 (environmental) and ISO 45001 (safety) certification efforts, including audits and corrective actions.
• Environmental Reporting: Support carbon reporting and sustainability communications.
• Software Implementation: Roll out and optimise new HSE systems in collaboration with the COO.

Who You Are

You're an experienced HSE leader with industry knowledge and a collaborative mindset. You thrive in fast-paced environments and are committed to safety, sustainability, and innovation.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Applicants must have unrestricted rights to work in Australia.
• Tertiary qualification in OHS or related field.
• 3+ years in HSE leadership in manufacturing, laboratory, or chemical/R&D settings.
• Hands-on experience with ISO systems and continuous improvement.
• Experience working under chemical fume hoods or in deep tech labs.

Key Skills & Capabilities

• Clear communicator and confident mentor.
• Strong in developing and executing HSE training programs.
• Skilled in LEAN manufacturing and MS Office.
• Experience managing return-to-work and injury rehabilitation processes.

Technical Knowledge Areas

• Federal/State safety and environmental regulations, incl. hazardous materials and dangerous goods.
• Risk management frameworks and EHS systems.
• Waste handling and disposal, including chemical safety.

Preferred Experience

• Built HSE functions for emerging or deep tech (e.g. ammonia, hydrogen, battery, or fertiliser industries).
• Background in chemical or advanced manufacturing.
• Exposure to safety-focused design reviews (PHA, HAZID, HAZOP).
• Managed budgets and schedules.
• Worked with external stakeholders including regulators.
• Led HSE training strategy and compliance tracking.
• Curious, adaptable, and able to learn technical content on the fly.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Empowered Teams: Be part of an environment that values every member’s input, fostering personal contribution and collective success.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Benefit from flexible work arrangements that balance flexibility with business needs, ensuring accommodations where necessary while maintaining operational priorities.
• Career Growth: Propel your professional development as the company grows through learning opportunities, pioneering research and continuous skill enhancement.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive package that appreciates your role in our company, including benefits and a supportive work culture.

Job Details:

• Position: Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager
• Reports to: Chief Operations Officer
• Location: This is a hybrid role. Our onsite location is Clayton, Victoria
• Work Hours: Part Time. This role offers part-time hours, ranging from 0.5 to 0.8 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE), allowing for a schedule that accommodates both your needs and business requirements. The final salary will be pro rata, based on agreed working hours.
• Salary: We offer a salary benchmarked to market standards starting at $125,000 to $135,000 +* on a full time basis (plus super) - *Actual base salary determined based on qualifications, skills, and experience.

Please note: To be considered for this role, you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia. Evidence of your right to work will be required if you are successful. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

We’re excited to see how your skills could contribute to our mission. We will review applications as they are received – don’t wait to apply!

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your application before 5pm on the closing date!