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Dylan Tompkins

Dylan Tompkins

Senior HSE Coordinator
Sydney

Summary

Experienced Senior HSE Coordinator with over 18 years in construction and industrial environments, spanning Defence, infrastructure, and commercial sectors. Currently leading safety operations on a $110M project for Buildcorp, with prior HSE roles across university, sports, and community developments. Began career as an apprentice boilermaker, gaining hands-on experience in steel fabrication and ship refitting, before progressing to Rigger and Crane operator roles on major naval refurbishment projects. Later moved into civil construction, where broad site-based experience laid the foundation for a career in HSE leadership. Brings deep practical knowledge, strong WHS compliance skills, and a proven ability to foster a proactive safety culture across complex, multidisciplinary project teams.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
9
9
Certifications

Work History

Senior HSE Coordinator

Buildcorp
09.2021 - Current

Current Project:

  • Eastern Creek Quarter Stage 3 – Fraser's Property Group | $110M

Ongoing Assisting Roles:

  • Meadowbank – $160M
  • McCall Community Hub - $80M
  • Loreto Normanhurst - $38M

Previous Projects:

  • SSB – Shepherd Street Building – University of Sydney -$25M
  • Blacktown Exercise and Sports Technology Hub (BEST) – Blacktown City Council -$90M
  • NSW Cricket Centre - 35M
  • St Paul’s College - $63M
  • Design and Creative Arts Project - $31M
  • 201 Elizabeth St– $34M
  • Embassy Woollahra -$10M

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement site-specific HSE management plans in line with WHS legislation, Buildcorp policies, and client expectations.
  • Conduct regular site inspections, risk assessments, and internal audits to identify hazards, ensure controls are in place, and maintain compliance.
  • Lead incident investigations, complete ICAM reports, and ensure appropriate corrective actions are applied and followed through.
  • Deliver inductions, toolbox talks, and safety briefings to site personnel and subcontractors to promote engagement and continuous awareness.
  • Monitor and manage environmental controls including noise, dust, waste, and erosion mitigation.
  • Work directly with stakeholders including Frasers Property, University of Sydney, and Blacktown City Council to align on safety performance, reporting, and expectations.
  • Maintain all safety documentation including SWMS, risk registers, inspection reports, permits, and compliance records.
  • Contribute to project planning processes to ensure early identification and management of HSE risks, especially during high-risk activities or in live environments.
  • Developed emergency response plans, effectively preparing team members for potential crisis situations.
  • Evaluated contractor HSE performance, providing recommendations for improvements as needed.
  • Collaborated with project teams for effective integration of HSE practices during project planning and execution stages.
  • Supported management in achieving key performance indicators related to Health Safety.
  • Updated company policies in line with changing industry guidelines or legislation changes pertaining to HSE matters.
  • Conducted regular site inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.

Trades/Labourer

Vari Group
11.2020 - 09.2021
  • Operated telehandler for site deliveries.
  • Directed delivery access and maintained clear work zones.
  • Closed out safety issues from the Site Safety Committee.
  • Ensured worker and visitor inductions were completed.
    Managed tools and materials inventory.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.

Trades/Labourer

Zenith
09.2019 - 09.2020
  • Operated forklift and assisted deliveries.
  • Supported multiple trades as a general laborer.
  • Delivered consistent results under challenging weather conditions or other external factors affecting productivity.
  • Liaised with foremen on daily tasks.
  • Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
  • Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.

Leading Hand

Acciona
01.2018 - 09.2019
  • Supervised laborer's and supported on concrete pours.
  • installed/dismantled barricades, signage, and lighting.
  • Mixed and laid concrete and gravel.
  • Assisted with traffic and pedestrian control/ management
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered teamwork.
  • Facilitated smooth workflows by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing corrective measures.
  • Trained employees how to fix problems, correct mistakes, and maximize productivity.
  • Applied troubleshooting and diagnostics abilities to assess repair and maintenance needs.

Crane Operator / Rigger / Apprentice Boilermaker

Garden Island – Defence Projects
03.2007 - 11.2017
  • Operated cranes during Navy ship maintenance.
  • Assisted with rigging and heavy lifts.
  • Completed steel fabrication and welding.
  • Worked on confined space and dockside repairs.
  • Contributed to marine infrastructure and ship upgrades.
  • Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
  • Excelled under pressure by safely executing demanding lifts in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
  • Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
  • Adapted seamlessly to new crane technologies, mastering control systems and adopting best practices for safe operation.
  • Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Diploma of Work Health And Safety

TAFE NSW
NSW
01.2019 - 01.2020

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate IV in Work Health And Safety

Panicle Safety Training
Sydney, NSW
01.2019 - 12.2019

Skills

Safety hazard analysis

Certification

Licensed Dogman

Timeline

Senior HSE Coordinator

Buildcorp
09.2021 - Current

Trades/Labourer

Vari Group
11.2020 - 09.2021

Trades/Labourer

Zenith
09.2019 - 09.2020

Some College (No Degree) - Diploma of Work Health And Safety

TAFE NSW
01.2019 - 01.2020

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate IV in Work Health And Safety

Panicle Safety Training
01.2019 - 12.2019

Leading Hand

Acciona
01.2018 - 09.2019

Crane Operator / Rigger / Apprentice Boilermaker

Garden Island – Defence Projects
03.2007 - 11.2017
Dylan TompkinsSenior HSE Coordinator