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HSE Jobs PERTH
Find your next health, safety and environment role in Perth and Western Australia with Australia's specialist HSE recruiter. Permanent, contract and FIFO HSE opportunities across every discipline.
Latest HSE jobs in Perth & WA
Active HSE roles
across Perth CBD, the Pilbara, Goldfields and regional WA
Years of experience
placing HSE professionals across WA's resources and construction sectors
Specialist consultants
with deep knowledge of WA's resources, mining and construction HSE market
Meet the Perth team
Perth's HSE Job Market in 2026
Perth is the gateway to Australia's most demanding and well-remunerated HSE job market. Western Australia's resources sector - spanning iron ore, gold, lithium, LNG and nickel - sustains consistent demand for experienced HSE professionals at every level, with many roles involving FIFO arrangements to Pilbara, Goldfields and Kimberley operations.
Perth CBD itself hosts a significant corporate HSE market, with resource company head offices, engineering firms, construction contractors and professional services organisations all requiring WHS capability. The strong construction pipeline across Perth's metropolitan corridor is also driving demand for site-based WHS professionals.
Salaries in Western Australia reflect the intensity and remoteness of many roles. HSE professionals with major hazard facility experience, bow-tie risk assessment capability, and exposure to ICAM investigation methodology are in particularly high demand. WorkSafe WA's active focus on psychosocial risk is creating new demand for Wellbeing specialists across all sectors.
Why work with The Safe Step in Perth
The Safe Step's Perth office specialises in HSE recruitment across Western Australia - from corporate WHS roles in the Perth CBD to FIFO safety appointments in the Pilbara and beyond. Our Perth consultants have deep knowledge of WA's unique HSE market, including the specific demands of the resources sector, the requirements of WorkSafe WA, and the conditions that define safety leadership in one of Australia's most challenging operating environments.
We have strong relationships with HSE hiring managers across WA's major resource companies, Tier 1 and 2 construction contractors, and the engineering and project management firms that support them.
Whether you're looking for a city-based WHS role or a FIFO appointment, The Safe Step gives you access to the full WA market.
Frequently asked questions
HSE jobs in Perth — FAQs
Common questions from HSE jobseekers looking for roles in Perth.
What HSE jobs are currently available in Perth and Western Australia?
Western Australia's HSE job market includes WHS Advisors and Managers, Project HSE Managers, Safety Officers, Environmental specialists, Major Hazard Facility advisors, Wellbeing Managers, ICAM investigators and senior HSE leaders. Both Perth CBD and FIFO roles are regularly available. The Safe Step updates its WA HSE jobs board daily.
Are there FIFO HSE jobs available through The Safe Step in Western Australia?
Yes — FIFO HSE roles are a core part of The Safe Step's WA placement activity. We regularly place WHS Advisors, HSE Managers and Senior Safety professionals on FIFO rosters to iron ore operations in the Pilbara, gold and lithium operations in the Goldfields, and LNG and offshore facilities across the state. These roles typically command a significant salary premium and are often contract or fixed-term engagements.
What qualifications do I need for WHS jobs in Western Australia?
Most WHS roles in WA expect a Certificate IV or Diploma in Work Health and Safety as a minimum. For resources sector roles, experience with ICAM or Taproot investigation methodology, bow-tie risk analysis, HAZOP facilitation and major hazard facility regulations is highly valued. A Construction Induction (White Card) is essential for any construction site role. WorkSafe WA's specific regulatory requirements are valued knowledge across all WA HSE roles.
What HSE salary can I expect in Western Australia?
WA HSE salaries are among the highest in Australia, reflecting the demanding nature of many roles. HSE Advisors in corporate or construction roles typically earn $95,000–$120,000. FIFO WHS Advisors often earn $130,000–$160,000+ including site allowances. HSE Managers range from $140,000 to $200,000+ depending on sector and operation size. Contact The Safe Step's Perth team for a market-specific salary guide.
Which industries hire the most HSE professionals in Perth?
Perth's largest HSE employers are mining and resources (iron ore, gold, lithium, nickel, LNG), construction (both metropolitan Perth and major resources projects), engineering and project management firms, energy and utilities, and government. The Pilbara is the single most active region for FIFO HSE roles in Australia.
How do I find HSE contract roles in Perth and WA?
HSE contract roles in WA — particularly on major resources and construction projects — are frequently filled through specialist recruiter networks before being publicly advertised. Registering with The Safe Step's Perth office is the most effective way to access both the advertised and unadvertised WA market. Call (08) 6141 3282 or email perth@thesafestep.com.au.
Does The Safe Step have a Perth office?
Yes — The Safe Step's Perth office is at Level 1, 46 Ventnor Ave, West Perth WA 6005. Phone: (08) 6141 3282. Email: perth@thesafestep.com.au. Our Perth team recruits exclusively within HSE across Western Australia, including metropolitan Perth, FIFO roles across the Pilbara and Goldfields, and offshore and LNG operations.
HSE Jobs, Perth WA
With deep expertise and strong connections in the HSE space, we connect work health, safety, environment and wellbeing professionals to HSE jobs in Perth's CBD, the greater Perth area and throughout regional Western Australia.
Ready to find your next HSE role in Perth?
The Safe Step has been placing HSE professionals across Perth and Western Australia for over 10 years.