Mike Bentley
Halls Head
Summary
Knowledgeable HSEQ Manager with a solid history of managing teams and driving operational success. Results-driven management professional with proven ability to lead teams to achieving goals. Strong focus on team collaboration, operational efficiency, and achieving measurable outcomes.
Adept at strategic planning, process improvement, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. Known for adaptability and consistently meeting changing organizational needs.
Skilled in implementing strategic initiatives that enhance productivity and efficiency. Demonstrated ability in problem-solving and decision-making.
Strong believer that success in safety management and injury reduction stems from a collaborative approach from all levels of an organisation, including shared ownership of objectives and risk management strategies, training and development of leaders to understand and comply with requirements, and strategic monitoring of controls and safety performance.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HSEQ Manager
SCEE Electrical
Collie, Australia
03.2024 - 12.2025
- Site-based role supporting construction of 500 MW/2000 MWh battery storage system, one of the largest in Australia, and 330kV High Voltage Switchyard and associated equipment. Led a team of 7 in-house and 4 subcontractor HSE Advisors, and Site Medic, supporting a site workforce of approximately 600 personnel at peak. Both electrical and Principal Contractor scopes of work.
- Developed and implemented cloud-based HSE dashboard to enhance project oversight and compliance.
- Successful accreditation under the Australian Government Building and Construction Work Health and Safety Accreditation Scheme (site audit component), administered by the Office of the Federal Safety Commissioner.
- Achieved accreditation under the Australian Government Building and Construction Work Health and Safety Accreditation Scheme (site audit component), administered by the Office of the Federal Safety Commissioner.
- Executed over 2000 crane lifts for 640 battery containers, 140 inverters, switchrooms, control room, tilt-up concrete buildings, and associated site components, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
HSEQ Manager
SCEE Electrical
Rio Tinto Tom Price Mine
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Supported site-based infrastructure upgrades by ensuring compliance with HSEQ standards.
- Achieved project HSE KPIs during period.
HSEQ Manager
Southern Cross Electrical Engineering
Albemarle Kemerton Lithium Plant
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Site-based role supporting construction of lithium processing plant (electrical and instrumentation). Led a team of 6 HSE Advisors and supported a field workforce of approximately 250 personnel at peak.
- Developed and implemented HSE dashboard to track and communicate HSE activities and KPI performance across project.
- Implemented the HSE reward and recognition process.
- Facilitated SCEE and EPCM HSE Focus Meetings to enhance site HSE performance and foster shared safety responsibility. Reduced injury rates and developed shared responsibility for safety between client, SCEE, and contractors
HSEQ Manager
Southern Cross Electrical Engineering
BHP Village Security Project
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Perth based role supporting BHP Village Security Project across Northern, Central and Eastern villages. Managed a team of 6 HSE Advisors across 8 villages, providing support to a field workforce of around 120 personnel. Installation of electrical, CCTV, access control and security upgrades to villages.
- Development and implementation of HSE dashboard across the project to track and communicate HSE activities undertaken and KPI performance.
- Implemented hazard reward and recognition process to promote safety awareness and engagement among personnel.
- Delivered the project on schedule and maintained a record of no lost time incidents.
HSEQ Manager
CPS National/Ampcontrol
Perth
02.2015 - 10.2021
- Designed, implemented, and maintained Integrated HSEQ management system for company operating across all Australian states and territories, integrating company and client requirements into one cohesive system for project-based work.
- Development of Integrated Management System aligned with AS/NZS 4801, AS/NZS 18001, ISO 14001 and AS/NZS 9001.
- Coordinated and achieved company accreditation to Australian Government Work Health and Safety Accreditation Scheme, ensuring compliance with national safety standards.
- Integrated critical risk identification and mitigation strategies into management reviews and project risk registers, enhancing overall risk management framework.
- Design and development of CPS National online HSEQ Management System interface using SharePoint.
HSE Manager
Southern Cross Electrical Engineering
Perth
06.2011 - 07.2014
- Corporate role. Implementation of HSE management system across a company employing 1300 personnel. Primary operational areas in Western Australia and Queensland, across iron ore, coal, nickel and gold mines, LNG, and general HSE legislative jurisdictions.
- Developed and delivered tiered in-house risk assessment system, enabling comprehensive analysis and approval of tasks based on risk level and authorization.
- Developed HSE management system integrating all operating environments – iron ore, chemical, LNG, gold – encompassing all facets of company and subcontractor HSE management. Transition of acquired businesses into company HSE management system.
- Developed and implemented First Swing program addressing higher injury incidence among personnel during initial site swings.
Secondary Teacher - Furniture Design & Technology
Anglican Schools Commission
Mandurah, WA
07.1995 - 07.2007
- Developed and trialed learning and assessment materials for new curriculum subject.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Grew participation numbers from students year on year, elective courses.
- Integrated technology into classroom instruction to improve student engagement and understanding.
- Consulted for design and development of new workshops to meet health and safety and educational standards
Education
Diploma - Project Management
Logikal
PerthAdvanced Diploma - Occupational Health and Safety
SAI Global
PerthCertificate IV - Health and Safety
TAFE
PerthBachelor of Education with Honours - Information Technology
Edith Cowan University
PerthBachelor of Arts - Design And Technology Education
Edith Cowan University
PerthSkills
- Risk assessment
- Incident Management
- Project Risk Management
- Return to work management
- Leadership
- Contractor oversight
- Critical thinking
- Strategic Planning
- Problem solving
- Technical writing
- Communication
- Influencing
- Lead investigator
- Team leadership
- Time management
Certification
- ICAM and TapRoot Lead Investigator
- Rio Tinto and BHP Inducted
- Licence to Perform High Risk Work LF and WP classes.
- White Card
Timeline
HSEQ Manager
SCEE Electrical
03.2024 - 12.2025
HSEQ Manager
SCEE Electrical
01.2023 - 12.2023
HSEQ Manager
Southern Cross Electrical Engineering
05.2022 - 10.2022
HSEQ Manager
Southern Cross Electrical Engineering
11.2021 - 05.2022
HSEQ Manager
CPS National/Ampcontrol
02.2015 - 10.2021
HSE Manager
Southern Cross Electrical Engineering
06.2011 - 07.2014
Secondary Teacher - Furniture Design & Technology
Anglican Schools Commission
07.1995 - 07.2007
Advanced Diploma - Occupational Health and Safety
SAI Global
Certificate IV - Health and Safety
TAFE
Diploma - Project Management
Logikal
Bachelor of Education with Honours - Information Technology
Edith Cowan University
Bachelor of Arts - Design And Technology Education
Edith Cowan University